Living in Washington County, Tennessee

Washington County is a county in Tennessee with a population of around 126,302, part of the Johnson City, TN MSA metro area. The main communities are Johnson City, Kingsport, Jonesborough.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,035/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $276K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 48°F) and warm summers (highs around 80°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Washington County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 40 and a moderately educated workforce (32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.