Living in Washington County, Nebraska

Washington County is a county in Nebraska with a population of around 20,248, part of the Omaha-Council Bluffs, NE-IA MSA metro area. The main communities are Blair, Fort Calhoun.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,035/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $366K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 36°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Washington County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.