Washington, IN

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Population
12,991
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
507 ft
Median Home Value
$152,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$858/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$50,331
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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Washington serves as the welcoming hub of Daviess County in southwestern Indiana, home to around 12,000 residents. Surrounded by quiet farmland and open countryside, the city offers a classic small-town feel where daily life centers around a traditional Main Street corridor. Downtown features the historic county courthouse, local diners, independent shops, and a well-preserved Carnegie library, giving the area a friendly and approachable atmosphere for newcomers.

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Founded in the early 1800s and shaped by its railroad roots, the town retains plenty of historic charm alongside practical everyday amenities. Beautiful older brick architecture houses community spaces and local businesses, while quiet neighborhood parks and local schools provide plenty of room for families. For anyone looking for an affordable, tight-knit community with an easygoing pace of life, Washington makes for a comfortable place to settle down.

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