Special Interest
Housing in Washington County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Washington County averages $743/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the North Carolina median of $1,228 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 35% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Washington County FMR Area are $755 for a studio, $760 for 1‑bedroom, $945 for 2‑bedroom, $1,223 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,421 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $202 increase for a 2-bedroom in Washington County shows a 27% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Washington County was 4.5% in 2024, compared to North Carolina at 3.6% and the national rate of 4.0%.
