Washington, NC County is a small community situated in the coastal plains of North Carolina. It is home to 11,183 people and has a population density of 33 people per square mile. Washington, NC County has many unique businesses such as Tandy's Wharf Marina and the Captain Albert Granbery House Museum. Residents can enjoy year-round outdoor activities such as fishing, kayaking, bird watching, and golfing at the local Washington Yacht & Country Club. There are also several organizations in the area dedicated to preserving the historical significance of Washington like The Historical Association of Washington. Local sporting events include Minor League Baseball with The Down East Wood Ducks playing at Grainger Stadium and high school sports games such as football, basketball and soccer.
The population in Washington County is 11,183. There are 32 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Washington County is 47.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Washington County is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Washington County
- 38.4% are married
- 8.5% are divorced
- 18.1% are married with children
- 26.6% have children, but are single
Race in Washington County
- 44.9% are White
- 48.2% are Black
- 0.2% are Asian
- 0.1% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 5.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.7% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander