Tennessee

Washington

133,001
2020 population
1790
first census record
24
census records

About Washington

Washington, Tennessee, first appears in the United States federal census in 1790, when it recorded a population of 5,872. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 133,001.

The county's recorded population has risen across the decades to its highest level in 2020.

On the ground today, one documented military engagement has been recorded within the county, among them Skirmish at Jonesborough, Tennessee, and 36 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
2020133,001
2010122,979
2000107,198
199092,315
198088,755
197073,924
196064,832
195059,971
194051,631
193045,805
192034,052
191028,968
190022,604
189020,354
188016,181
187016,317
186014,829
185013,861
184011,751
183010,995
18209,557
18107,740
18006,379
17905,872
Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in Washington

Military engagements that took place in Washington, Tennessee.

Skirmish at Jonesborough, Tennessee
1863

Historic places in Washington

National Register of Historic Places listings in Washington, Tennessee.

DeVault Tavern
Jonesboro
Sulphur Springs Methodist Campground (Additional Documentation)
Jonesborough
Tipton-Haynes House
Johnson City
Jonesborough Historic District (Boundary Increase)
Jonesborough
Plum Grove Archaeological Site
Jonesboro
Shelbridge
Johnson City
Salem Presbyterian Church (Additional Documentation)
Washington College
Jonesborough Historic District
Jonesborough
Mountain Branch, National Home For Disabled Volunteer Soldiers
Johnson City (Mountain Home P.O)
Hoss, Henry, House
Jonesboro
Telford, Thomas, House
Limestone
Aquone
Johnson City
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Frequently asked about Washington

When does Washington first appear in the US census?
Washington, Tennessee first appears in the federal census in 1790, with a recorded population of 5,872.
What is the population of Washington?
At the most recent federal census (2020), Washington had a recorded population of 133,001.
Were any battles fought in Washington?
1 documented military engagement took place in Washington, including Skirmish at Jonesborough, Tennessee.
How many historic places are in Washington?
36 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Washington, Tennessee.
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