Living in Washington County, Mississippi

Washington County is a county in Mississippi with a population of around 48,130. The main communities are Greenville, Leland, Hollandale.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,035/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $69K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 58°F) and very hot summers (highs around 90°F). Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Washington County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 37 and a predominantly working-class population (18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Democratic.