What are the schools like in Washington Park, NC?

School district data for Washington Park is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Washington Park?

The median household income in Washington Park, NC is $82,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 12.6%.

What is the weather like in Washington Park, NC?

Washington Park has an average high temperature of 52.7°F in January and 88.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.2 inches.

Washington Park, NC Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Washington Park, NC affordable or expensive?

Washington Park's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Washington Park is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $285,700 and the median rent is $1,208 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Washington Park, NC?

Crime rate data for Washington Park is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Washington Park, NC a Good Place to Live?

Washington Park is a small town of 475 in North Carolina, with a median household income of $82,250 and a 12.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Washington Park stands out for a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Washington Park is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Washington Park city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 97.2

Washington Park's overall cost of living index is 97.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Washington Park costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Washington Park, NC	National Avg
Median Home Value	$285,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,208	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	91.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$82,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Washington Park is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Metric	Washington Park, NC	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	58.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	98.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Washington Park sees average highs of 52.7°F in January and 88.8°F in July, with 53.0 inches of annual precipitation and 1.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Washington Park, NC
Average High — January	52.7°F
Average High — July	88.8°F
Annual Precipitation	53.0"
Annual Snowfall	1.2"

Demographics

Metric	Washington Park, NC	National Avg
Population	475	—
Median Age	55.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	12.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	20.0%	22.2%
65 and over	37.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Washington, NC 2 mi Cypress Landing, NC 3 mi River Road, NC 3 mi Chocowinity, NC 4 mi Grimesland, NC 10 mi

Washington Park vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Washington Park, NC affordable or expensive?

Washington Park's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Washington Park roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $285,700 and median rent is $1,208/month.

What is the crime rate in Washington Park, NC?

Crime data for Washington Park is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Washington Park?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Washington Park, NC a good place to live?

Washington Park, NC has a population of 475, a median household income of $82,250, and an unemployment rate of 12.6%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Washington Park?

Washington Park averages 52.7°F in January and 88.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 53.0 inches with about 1.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Washington Park?

The population of Washington Park, North Carolina is 475 with a median age of 55.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Washington Park?

Key numbers for living in Washington Park: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $285,700, median household income $82,250. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Washington Park side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.