Washington, West Virginia is a small town with an estimated population of 6,092 and a population density of 153 people per square mile. The town is located in Wood County and is part of the Parkersburg-Marietta-Vienna Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is a charming city that has plenty to offer those who visit or live there.
For those looking for businesses, there are several local options including B&B Grocery & Deli, The Goodies Shop, Yank's Bar and Grill, D&L Tree Service Inc., and Washington Tire Center. There are also year-round outdoor activities available such as biking down the North Bend Rail Trail, fishing at Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park, or exploring the area's history by visiting Fort Boreman Historical Park. Other organizations in the area include Washington Lions Club, Fraternal Order of Eagles #3146, and Sons of American Legion Post 15. Additionally, local sporting events take place throughout the year such as basketball games at Marietta College’s Ban Johnson Arena or exciting football games at Stadium Field.
The population in Washington (zip 26181) is 6,092. There are 160 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Washington (zip 26181) is 51.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Washington (zip 26181) is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Washington (zip 26181)
- 60.8% are married
- 11.5% are divorced
- 24.9% are married with children
- 7.0% have children, but are single
Race in Washington (zip 26181)
- 99.5% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.2% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.1% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander