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Washington, North Carolina

Introduction to Washington, North Carolina

Washington, North Carolina is 18 miles E of Greenville, North Carolina (center to center) and 90 miles E of Raleigh, North Carolina. It is located in Beaufort county and has a population of 9,583.

Washington History

The community of Washington was laid out in 1775 by Colonel James Bonner, who named the settlement "Washington" in honor of his commander-in-chief, General George Washington. It was the first community to be named after the United States' first president. It was incorporated in 1782, and became the seat of Beaufort County three years later. In the 1780s, the community developed as a regional shipping center, largely because of its location at the confluence of inland and coastal rivers. By 1784, Washington was recognized as a port. During the Revolutionary War, the city served as a federal supply outpost.

Washington and Nearby Attractions

  • Aurora Fossil Museum
  • Historic Bath State Historic Site
  • Goose Creek State Park
  • North Carolina Estuarium
  • North Carolina Aquarium - Pine Knoll Shores

Things To Do In Washington

Exhibits in the Aurora Fossil Museum depict the paleontology and geology of the North Carolina coastal plains. East Carolina Village of Yesteryear includes a schoolhouse, a country store, and a church, and also features artifacts which reflect life in the region during the 19th and 20th century. Historic Bath State Historic Site, and Greenville Museum of Art are also close by. The North Carolina Aquarium - Pine Knoll Shores, situated in the Theodore Roosevelt Natural Area, is a popular attraction. Visitors to Goose Creek State Park can enjoy boating, swimming, camping, hiking, fishing, and picnicking. The North Carolina Estuarium, located in the city, houses over 200 historic and scientific exhibits that highlight the ecology of North Carolina's estuaries. The community celebrates the Summer Festival, and the International Migratory Bird Day Festival every year.

Washington Transportation

Raleigh-Durham International Airport is the nearest major airport.

Washington Higher Education

Washington is home to the Beaufort County Community College. East Carolina University, Pitt Community College, and Coastal Carolina Community College are the other nearby colleges.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)		Top 13%Washington Public Transportation Use
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 13%Washington Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 14%Washington Affordability of Rents
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 16%Washington Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Washington, NC

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

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


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Senior Citizens98
Racial Diversity98
Age of the Population87
Children Under 5 Years Old67
Well-Paid Single Men11
Male Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size34
Portion of People Married12

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults67
People in Middle Class or Better11
Median Family Income12
People Above Poverty11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home99
Short Commute Times89
Public Transportation Use69
Walking and Biking to Work46

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents98
People Living Alone98
Affordability of Property Taxes85
Seasonal and Vacation Housing76
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals79
Housing Recently Built64

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime25
Low Violent Crime23

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