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Washington, Iowa

Introduction to Washington, Iowa

Washington, Iowa is located 26 miles S of Iowa City, Iowa (center to center) and is 199 miles NW of St. Louis, Missouri. It is in Washington County. The population of the city is 7,047.

Washington History

Washington was founded in 1839. It is the county seat of Washington County, which was established on January 18, 1838 and was named after the 1st President of the United States George Washington. The city of Washington was named after the county. The first county hospital was constructed in the city in 1912 and was known as the Washington County Hospital.

Washington and nearby Attractions

  • Conger House Museum
  • Lake Darling State Park
  • DAR Log Cabin
  • Swedish Heritage Museum
  • Kalona Historical Village

Things To Do In Washington

While in Washington tourists can visit the Timothy Brown Historical Marker, George Washington Tree Historical Marker, and 1840 Log Cabin Historical Marker. Golfers can spend their free hours at the Washington Country Club. One can also visit the Washington County Farm and Washington Public Library to explore some of the area’s history. Houses of worship like Saint James Catholic Church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and First Assembly of God Church are located in the city. Every year the city hosts several events including the Washington County Fair.

Washington Transportation

The Eastern Iowa Airport is the nearest airport.

Washington Higher Education

Universities and colleges like University of Iowa, Kirkwood Community College, and Indian Hills Community College offer higher educational facilities.

High Points

Washington strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Iowa):

CategoryTrophy
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 12%Washington Low Property Crime
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)		Top 13%Washington Racial Diversity
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)		Top 15%Washington Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Washington, IA

Comparing Washington to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Iowa (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Senior Citizens108
Age of the Population108
Female Share of the Population99
Well-Paid Single Women58
Well-Paid Single Men55
Racial Diversity39
Children Under 5 Years Old34
Male Share of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married65
Average Household Size34

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better66
People Above Poverty54
Median Family Income56
College Educated Adults47

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home88
Short Commute Times86
Walking and Biking to Work66
Public Transportation Use59

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents84
People Living Alone76
Affordability of Property Taxes74
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals79
Seasonal and Vacation Housing67
Housing Recently Built13

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime99
Low Violent Crime32

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