Living in Washington County, Ohio

Washington County is a county in Ohio with a population of around 61,112, part of the Parkersburg-Marietta-Vienna, WV-OH MSA metro area. The main communities are Marietta, Belpre.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,035/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $183K. 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 43°F) and warm summers (highs around 80°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Washington County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 44 and a predominantly working-class population (19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.