Local Government News

2022: Washington County aging and government transfer dependency trends
Since 1970, Washington County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 10.8%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 26.2%.

Washington County: Residents received $407.17 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022
In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 1.8% of income in Washington County, providing an average of $1,476 per capita to residents.