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Compared to Distribution

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Compared to Target

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Compared to a Single Value

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Trend

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Compared to Prior Value

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County: Washington

Community / Civic Engagement

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Community / Civic Engagement

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Total Registered Voters

Current Value:

County: Washington Total Registered Voters

99,295
Voters
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (99,295) is greater  than the previously measured value (93,629).
Prior Value
(93,629)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Voter Registration

Current Value:

County: Washington Voter Registration

84.1%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 84.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 86.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 83.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (87.5%), Washington has a value of 84.1% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(87.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (84.1%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (80.1%).
Prior Value
(80.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Voter Turnout

Current Value:

County: Washington Voter Turnout

68.7%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (68.7%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (71.0%).
Prior Value
(71.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Community / Crime & Crime Prevention

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Public School Arrests

Current Value:

County: Washington Public School Arrests

112
Arrests
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (112) is less and better than the previously measured value (184).
Prior Value
(184)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Washington Violent Crime Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Violent Crime Rate

316.0
Crimes per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 316.0 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 273.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 343.0.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (412.2), Washington has a value of 316.0 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(412.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (398.5), Washington has a value of 316.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(398.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Federal Bureau of Investigation
Compared to the prior value, Washington (316.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (330.1).
Prior Value
(330.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Youth Arrest Rate: 10-17

Current Value:

County: Washington Youth Arrest Rate: 10-17

214.1
Arrests per 10,000 population aged 0-17
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 214.1 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 210.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 367.6.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (171.8), Washington has a value of 214.1 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(171.8)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (214.1) is less and better than the previously measured value (428.2).
Prior Value
(428.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Community / Demographics

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Community / Demographics

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington All-Age Birth Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington All-Age Birth Rate

58.9
Live births per 1,000 females aged 15-44
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (56.1), Washington has a value of 58.9.
MD Value
(56.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (58.9) is less  than the previously measured value (64.5).
Prior Value
(64.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Average Household Size

Current Value:

County: Washington Average Household Size

2.50
Persons per household
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (2.60), Washington has a value of 2.50.
MD Value
(2.60)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.60), Washington has a value of 2.50.
US Value
(2.60)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Female Population

Current Value:

County: Washington Female Population

49.1%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (51.4%), Washington has a value of 49.1%.
MD Value
(51.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (50.5%), Washington has a value of 49.1%.
US Value
(50.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (49.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (49.1%).
Prior Value
(49.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Foreign Born Persons

Current Value:

County: Washington Foreign Born Persons

5.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (15.7%), Washington has a value of 5.6%.
MD Value
(15.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Washington has a value of 5.6%.
US Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Households

Current Value:

County: Washington Households

59,051
Households
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Male Population

Current Value:

County: Washington Male Population

50.9%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (48.6%), Washington has a value of 50.9%.
MD Value
(48.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (49.5%), Washington has a value of 50.9%.
US Value
(49.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (50.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (50.9%).
Prior Value
(50.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Population Age 18 to 24

Current Value:

County: Washington Population Age 18 to 24

13,624
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (13,624) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12,500).
Prior Value
(12,500)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Population Age 5+ with Language Other than English Spoken at Home

8.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (19.8%), Washington has a value of 8.2%.
MD Value
(19.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (21.7%), Washington has a value of 8.2%.
US Value
(21.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Population American Indian and Alaska Native

Current Value:
0.5%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (0.8%), Washington has a value of 0.5%.
MD Value
(0.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.3%), Washington has a value of 0.5%.
US Value
(1.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (0.5%) is greater  than the previously measured value (0.4%).
Prior Value
(0.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Population Asian

Current Value:

County: Washington Population Asian

2.2%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (7.1%), Washington has a value of 2.2%.
MD Value
(7.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.4%), Washington has a value of 2.2%.
US Value
(6.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (2.2%) is greater  than the previously measured value (2.1%).
Prior Value
(2.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Population Black or African American

Current Value:
14.1%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (31.6%), Washington has a value of 14.1%.
MD Value
(31.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.7%), Washington has a value of 14.1%.
US Value
(13.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (14.1%) is greater  than the previously measured value (13.6%).
Prior Value
(13.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Population Hispanic or Latino

Current Value:

County: Washington Population Hispanic or Latino

8.4%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (12.6%), Washington has a value of 8.4%.
MD Value
(12.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (19.5%), Washington has a value of 8.4%.
US Value
(19.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (8.4%) is greater  than the previously measured value (7.8%).
Prior Value
(7.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Population Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander

Current Value:
0.1%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (0.1%), Washington has a value of 0.1%.
MD Value
(0.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (0.3%), Washington has a value of 0.1%.
US Value
(0.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (0.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0.1%).
Prior Value
(0.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Population Over Age 65

Current Value:

County: Washington Population Over Age 65

18.4%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (17.3%), Washington has a value of 18.4%.
MD Value
(17.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (17.7%), Washington has a value of 18.4%.
US Value
(17.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (18.4%) is greater  than the previously measured value (18.0%).
Prior Value
(18.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Population Over Age 65 (Count)

Current Value:

County: Washington Population Over Age 65 (Count)

27,391
People
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Population Two or More Races

Current Value:

County: Washington Population Two or More Races

3.6%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (3.3%), Washington has a value of 3.6%.
MD Value
(3.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.1%), Washington has a value of 3.6%.
US Value
(3.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (3.6%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (3.6%).
Prior Value
(3.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Population Under Age 18

Current Value:

County: Washington Population Under Age 18

21.6%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (22.0%), Washington has a value of 21.6%.
MD Value
(22.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (21.7%), Washington has a value of 21.6%.
US Value
(21.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (21.6%) is less  than the previously measured value (21.8%).
Prior Value
(21.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Population Under Age 5

Current Value:

County: Washington Population Under Age 5

5.4%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (5.7%), Washington has a value of 5.4%.
MD Value
(5.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.5%), Washington has a value of 5.4%.
US Value
(5.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (5.4%) is less  than the previously measured value (5.5%).
Prior Value
(5.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Population White

Current Value:

County: Washington Population White

79.5%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (57.2%), Washington has a value of 79.5%.
MD Value
(57.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (75.3%), Washington has a value of 79.5%.
US Value
(75.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (79.5%) is less  than the previously measured value (80.2%).
Prior Value
(80.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Population White (Not Hispanic or Latino)

Current Value:
72.9%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (47.3%), Washington has a value of 72.9%.
MD Value
(47.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (58.4%), Washington has a value of 72.9%.
US Value
(58.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (72.9%) is less  than the previously measured value (74.1%).
Prior Value
(74.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Residential Segregation - Black/White

Current Value:
40.7
Score
(2024)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 40.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 42.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 51.0.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 40.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 50.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 60.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,076 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (63.2), Washington has a value of 40.7 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(63.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (62.7), Washington has a value of 40.7 which is lower and better.
US Value
(62.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (40.7) is less and better than the previously measured value (44.5).
Prior Value
(44.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Residential Segregation - Non-White/White

Current Value:
37.9%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 37.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 36.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 40.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 37.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 32.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 40.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,850 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (54.8%), Washington has a value of 37.9% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(54.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (46.0%), Washington has a value of 37.9% which is lower and better.
US Value
(46.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (37.9%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (31.5%).
Prior Value
(31.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Total Population

Current Value:

County: Washington Total Population

155,813
People
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (155,813) is greater  than the previously measured value (155,257).
Prior Value
(155,257)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Veteran Population

Current Value:

County: Washington Veteran Population

7.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (7.2%), Washington has a value of 7.3%.
MD Value
(7.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (6.6%), Washington has a value of 7.3%.
US Value
(6.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Community / Domestic Violence & Abuse

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Community / Domestic Violence & Abuse

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Domestic Violence Offense Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Domestic Violence Offense Rate

99.9
Offenses per 100,000 population
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 99.9 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 472.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 604.9.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (568.6), Washington has a value of 99.9 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(568.6)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (99.9) is less and better than the previously measured value (108.6).
Prior Value
(108.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (445), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(445)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to decrease the domestic violence offense rate to 445 offenses per 100,000 population.</span></div>

County: Washington

Community / Public Safety

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Community / Public Safety

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Alcohol-Impaired Driving Deaths

Current Value:

County: Washington Alcohol-Impaired Driving Deaths

28.2%
Percent of driving deaths with alcohol involvement
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 28.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 31.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 28.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 26.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,116 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (29.4%), Washington has a value of 28.2% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(29.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (26.3%), Washington has a value of 28.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(26.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (28.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (22.6%).
Prior Value
(22.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Death Rate due to Motor Vehicle Collisions

Current Value:
11.6
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2015-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 11.6 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.0.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 11.6 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.9.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,688 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (9.3), Washington has a value of 11.6 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(9.3)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.0), Washington has a value of 11.6 which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.

County: Washington Pedestrian Injuries

Current Value:

County: Washington Pedestrian Injuries

27.0
Injuries per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (38.1), Washington has a value of 27.0 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(38.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (27.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (27.1).
Prior Value
(27.1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (35.6), the target has  been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(35.6)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of pedestrian injuries to 35.6 injuries per 100,000 population.</span></div>

County: Washington Traffic Stops

Current Value:

County: Washington Traffic Stops

9,804
Traffic Stop
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (9,804) is greater  than the previously measured value (9,758).
Prior Value
(9,758)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Community / Social Environment

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Community / Social Environment

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Child Abuse Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Child Abuse Rate

10.7
Cases per 1,000 children
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 10.7 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.2.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (4.7), Washington has a value of 10.7 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(4.7)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (10.7) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (7.6).
Prior Value
(7.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Children in Single-Parent Households

Current Value:
23.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 23.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 23.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 23.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 22.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (25.7%), Washington has a value of 23.9% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(25.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (24.9%), Washington has a value of 23.9% which is lower and better.
US Value
(24.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Linguistic Isolation

Current Value:

County: Washington Linguistic Isolation

1.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 1.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 1.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,252 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (3.3%), Washington has a value of 1.6% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(3.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (4.2%), Washington has a value of 1.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(4.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington People 65+ Living Alone

Current Value:

County: Washington People 65+ Living Alone

25.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 25.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 25.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 27.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 30.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (26.3%), Washington has a value of 25.3% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(26.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (26.4%), Washington has a value of 25.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(26.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington People 65+ Living Alone (Count)

Current Value:

County: Washington People 65+ Living Alone (Count)

6,931
People
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington People who have Difficulty Speaking English

Current Value:
2.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 2.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 2.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (7.3%), Washington has a value of 2.6% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(7.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.2%), Washington has a value of 2.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Social Associations

Current Value:

County: Washington Social Associations

12.3
Membership associations per 10,000 population
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 12.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 8.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 7.8.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 12.3 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 10.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 7.9.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (8.8), Washington has a value of 12.3 which is higher and better.
MD Value
(8.8)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (9.1), Washington has a value of 12.3 which is higher and better.
US Value
(9.1)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (12.3) is less and worse than the previously measured value (12.4).
Prior Value
(12.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Teen Participation in Extracurricular Activities

Current Value:
42.7%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 42.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 41.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 36.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (38.5%), Washington has a value of 42.7% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(38.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (42.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (40.7%).
Prior Value
(40.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Teen Participation in Extracurricular Activities

Current Value:
54.2%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 54.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 50.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 45.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (51.4%), Washington has a value of 54.2% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(51.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (54.2%) is less and worse than the previously measured value (68.3%).
Prior Value
(68.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Teens with an Adult They Can Talk To

Current Value:
73.9%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 73.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 74.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 71.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (72.3%), Washington has a value of 73.9% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(72.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (73.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (76.6%).
Prior Value
(76.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Community / Transportation

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Community / Transportation

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Households without a Vehicle

Current Value:

County: Washington Households without a Vehicle

7.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (8.7%), Washington has a value of 7.9%.
MD Value
(8.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.3%), Washington has a value of 7.9%.
US Value
(8.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Mean Travel Time to Work

Current Value:

County: Washington Mean Travel Time to Work

29.7
Minutes
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 29.7 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 33.5.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 29.7 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 24.0 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 27.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,131 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (32.0), Washington has a value of 29.7 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(32.0)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (26.7), Washington has a value of 29.7 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(26.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Solo Drivers with a Long Commute

Current Value:
39.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 39.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 45.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 52.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 39.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 32.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 41.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (49.2%), Washington has a value of 39.4% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(49.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (36.4%), Washington has a value of 39.4% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(36.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (39.4%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (38.3%).
Prior Value
(38.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Workers Commuting by Public Transportation

Current Value:
1.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 1.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 1.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 0.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (5.5%), Washington has a value of 1.3% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(5.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.8%), Washington has a value of 1.3% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(3.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (5.3%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(5.3%)

County: Washington Workers who Bike to Work

Current Value:

County: Washington Workers who Bike to Work

0.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 0.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 0.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 0.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (0.3%), Washington has a value of 0.3%.
MD Value
(0.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (0.5%), Washington has a value of 0.3% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(0.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Workers who Carpool to Work

Current Value:

County: Washington Workers who Carpool to Work

8.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (7.8%), Washington has a value of 8.9% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(7.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.5%), Washington has a value of 8.9% which is higher and better.
US Value
(8.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Workers who Drive Alone to Work

Current Value:

County: Washington Workers who Drive Alone to Work

76.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 76.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 76.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 78.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 76.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 79.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 82.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (68.2%), Washington has a value of 76.8% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(68.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (71.7%), Washington has a value of 76.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(71.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Workers who Walk to Work

Current Value:

County: Washington Workers who Walk to Work

1.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 1.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 1.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 1.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 1.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 2.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 1.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (1.9%), Washington has a value of 1.4% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(1.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.4%), Washington has a value of 1.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Economy / Employment

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Economy / Employment

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Employer Establishments

Current Value:

County: Washington Employer Establishments

3,432
Number of Establishments
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (3,432) is less  than the previously measured value (3,434).
Prior Value
(3,434)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Female Population 16+ in Civilian Labor Force

Current Value:
56.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 56.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 60.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 55.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 56.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 54.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 49.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (62.7%), Washington has a value of 56.0% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(62.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (58.5%), Washington has a value of 56.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(58.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Population 16+ in Civilian Labor Force

Current Value:
56.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 56.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 61.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 55.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 56.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 55.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 50.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (63.2%), Washington has a value of 56.8% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(63.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (59.6%), Washington has a value of 56.8% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(59.6%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Size of Labor Force

Current Value:

County: Washington Size of Labor Force

72,564
Persons
(August 2024)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (72,564) is less and worse than the previously measured value (72,860).
Prior Value
(72,860)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Total Employment

Current Value:

County: Washington Total Employment

63,993
Paid Employees
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (63,993) is greater  than the previously measured value (58,505).
Prior Value
(58,505)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Total Employment Change

Current Value:

County: Washington Total Employment Change

9.4%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 9.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 3.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 2.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 9.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 3.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 0.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,131 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (6.7%), Washington has a value of 9.4% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(6.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (5.8%), Washington has a value of 9.4% which is higher and better.
US Value
(5.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (9.4%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (-4.1%).
Prior Value
(-4.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Unemployed Veterans

Current Value:

County: Washington Unemployed Veterans

2.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 2.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 2.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,128 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (2.5%), Washington has a value of 2.0% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(2.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.2%), Washington has a value of 2.0% which is lower and better.
US Value
(3.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Unemployed Workers in Civilian Labor Force

Current Value:
3.5%
(August 2024)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 3.5% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 3.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 4.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 4.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on non-seasonally-adjusted data from 3,140 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (3.4%), Washington has a value of 3.5% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(3.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (4.4%), Washington has a value of 3.5% which is lower and better.
US Value
(4.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (3.5%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (3.4%).
Prior Value
(3.4%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Economy / Food Insecurity

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Economy / Food Insecurity

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Child Food Insecurity Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Child Food Insecurity Rate

17.3%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 17.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 17.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (16.4%), Washington has a value of 17.3% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(16.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.5%), Washington has a value of 17.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(18.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (17.3%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (13.1%).
Prior Value
(13.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Food Insecure Children Likely Ineligible for Assistance

29%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 29% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 39% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 50%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 29% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 27% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 36%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,131 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (41%), Washington has a value of 29% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(41%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (25%), Washington has a value of 29% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(25% in 2021)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (29%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (20%).
Prior Value
(20%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Food Insecurity Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Food Insecurity Rate

15.1%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 15.1% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 15.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (12.2%), Washington has a value of 15.1% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(12.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (13.5%), Washington has a value of 15.1% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(13.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (15.1%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (13.0%).
Prior Value
(13.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Households Receiving SNAP with Children

Current Value:
48.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (47.9%), Washington has a value of 48.5%.
MD Value
(47.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (47.9%), Washington has a value of 48.5%.
US Value
(47.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Households Receiving SNAP with Children (Count)

Current Value:
4,564
Households
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Projected Child Food Insecurity Rate

Current Value:
20.0%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 20.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 21.7%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 20.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 23.4%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (17.1%), Washington has a value of 20.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(17.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (20.0%) is less and better than the previously measured value (29.9%).
Prior Value
(29.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Washington Projected Food Insecurity Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Projected Food Insecurity Rate

15.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 15.6% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 15.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,142 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (12.2%), Washington has a value of 15.6% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(12.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (15.6%) is less and better than the previously measured value (18.5%).
Prior Value
(18.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Washington Students Eligible for the Free Lunch Program

Current Value:
53.2%
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 53.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 48.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 62.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 53.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 47.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 63.2%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,710 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (46.3%), Washington has a value of 53.2% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(46.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (42.8%), Washington has a value of 53.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(42.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (53.2%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (45.6%).
Prior Value
(45.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Economy / Government Assistance

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Economy / Government Assistance

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Households with Cash Public Assistance Income

Current Value:
3.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 3.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 3.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.0%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 2,923 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (2.5%), Washington has a value of 3.3% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(2.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (2.7%), Washington has a value of 3.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(2.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Economy / Housing & Homes

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Economy / Housing & Homes

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Homeowner Vacancy Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington Homeowner Vacancy Rate

1.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 1.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 1.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 1.7% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 1.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (1.1%), Washington has a value of 1.7% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(1.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.1%), Washington has a value of 1.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(1.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Homeownership

Current Value:

County: Washington Homeownership

60.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (61.8%), Washington has a value of 60.6%.
MD Value
(61.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (57.8%), Washington has a value of 60.6%.
US Value
(57.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Housing Units

Current Value:

County: Washington Housing Units

64,487
Housing units
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (64,487) is greater  than the previously measured value (64,108).
Prior Value
(64,108)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Median Household Gross Rent

Current Value:

County: Washington Median Household Gross Rent

$1,049
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of $1,049 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than $1,303 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than $1,625.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value ($1,598), Washington has a value of $1,049 which is lower and better.
MD Value
($1,598)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value ($1,268), Washington has a value of $1,049 which is lower and better.
US Value
($1,268)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Median Housing Unit Value

Current Value:

County: Washington Median Housing Unit Value

$262,400
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of $262,400 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than $330,950 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $234,875.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value ($380,500), Washington has a value of $262,400 which is lower and worse.
MD Value
($380,500)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value ($281,900), Washington has a value of $262,400 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($281,900)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Median Monthly Owner Costs for Households without a Mortgage

$511
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of $511 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than $657 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than $698.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value ($703), Washington has a value of $511 which is lower and better.
MD Value
($703)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value ($584), Washington has a value of $511 which is lower and better.
US Value
($584)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Mortgaged Owners Median Monthly Household Costs

Current Value:
$1,686
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of $1,686 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than $1,994 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than $2,342.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value ($2,245), Washington has a value of $1,686 which is lower and better.
MD Value
($2,245)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value ($1,828), Washington has a value of $1,686 which is lower and better.
US Value
($1,828)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Mortgaged Owners Spending 30% or More of Household Income on Housing

25.5%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 25.5% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 828 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (26.2%), Washington has a value of 25.5% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(26.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (27.8%), Washington has a value of 25.5% which is lower and better.
US Value
(27.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (25.5%) is less and better than the previously measured value (25.7%).
Prior Value
(25.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (25.5%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.5%)

County: Washington Overcrowded Households

Current Value:

County: Washington Overcrowded Households

1.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 1.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (2.4%), Washington has a value of 1.8% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(2.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (3.4%), Washington has a value of 1.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(3.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Renters Spending 30% or More of Household Income on Rent

45.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 45.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 50.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 52.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 45.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 44.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 49.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (50.4%), Washington has a value of 45.8% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(50.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (49.9%), Washington has a value of 45.8% which is lower and better.
US Value
(49.9%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (25.5%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.5%)

County: Washington Severe Housing Problems

Current Value:

County: Washington Severe Housing Problems

13.2%
(2016-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 13.2% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 13.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (15.5%), Washington has a value of 13.2% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(15.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (16.7%), Washington has a value of 13.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(16.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (13.2%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (14.0%).
Prior Value
(14.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Economy / Income

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Economy / Income

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Households that are Above the Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE) Threshold

60.9%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 60.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 62.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 54.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (62.0%), Washington has a value of 60.9% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(62.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (60.9%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (60.8%).
Prior Value
(60.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Households that are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE)

21.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 21.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 27.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 31.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (28.0%), Washington has a value of 21.6% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(28.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (21.6%) is less and better than the previously measured value (28.6%).
Prior Value
(28.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Income Inequality

Current Value:

County: Washington Income Inequality

0.441
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 0.441 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.446 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 0.466.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 0.441 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.445 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 0.470.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (0.456), Washington has a value of 0.441 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(0.456)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (0.483), Washington has a value of 0.441 which is lower and better.
US Value
(0.483)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months

Current Value:
$49,297.0
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington ($49,297.0) is greater and better than the previously measured value ($41,775.0).
Prior Value
($41,775.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Median Household Income

Current Value:

County: Washington Median Household Income

$73,017
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of $73,017 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than $87,513 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $66,350.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of $73,017 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than $60,831 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $52,521.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value ($98,461), Washington has a value of $73,017 which is lower and worse.
MD Value
($98,461)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value ($75,149), Washington has a value of $73,017 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($75,149)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Per Capita Income

Current Value:

County: Washington Per Capita Income

$36,528
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of $36,528 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than $47,290 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $36,857.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of $36,528 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than $32,340 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $28,112.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value ($49,865), Washington has a value of $36,528 which is lower and worse.
MD Value
($49,865)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value ($41,261), Washington has a value of $36,528 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($41,261)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Economy / Poverty

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Economy / Poverty

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Children Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
16.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 16.3% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 16.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 16.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (11.8%), Washington has a value of 16.3% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(11.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (16.7%), Washington has a value of 16.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(16.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Families Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
8.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 8.6% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 8.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,104 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (6.2%), Washington has a value of 8.6% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(6.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (8.8%), Washington has a value of 8.6% which is lower and better.
US Value
(8.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Households Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
17.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 17.6% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.7%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (10.0%), Washington has a value of 17.6% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(10.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (17.6%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (10.6%).
Prior Value
(10.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
8.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 8.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 8.4% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.8%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (8.5%), Washington has a value of 8.4% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(8.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.0%), Washington has a value of 8.4% which is lower and better.
US Value
(10.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level (Count)

Current Value:
2,217
People
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington People Living 200% Above Poverty Level

Current Value:
71.8%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 71.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 77.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 68.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 71.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 66.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 59.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (79.1%), Washington has a value of 71.8% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(79.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (71.2%), Washington has a value of 71.8% which is higher and better.
US Value
(71.2%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington People Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
12.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 12.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 12.3% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (9.3%), Washington has a value of 12.3% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(9.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (12.5%), Washington has a value of 12.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(12.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (8.0%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(8.0%)

County: Washington Veterans Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
7.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 7.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 7.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 9.9%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (5.3%), Washington has a value of 7.7% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(5.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.0%), Washington has a value of 7.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(7.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Young Children Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:
17.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 17.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.4% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.7%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 17.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 19.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 27.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,131 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (12.3%), Washington has a value of 17.7% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(12.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.1%), Washington has a value of 17.7% which is lower and better.
US Value
(18.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Youth not in School or Working

Current Value:

County: Washington Youth not in School or Working

1.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 1.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 1.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.7%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,130 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (1.6%), Washington has a value of 1.1% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(1.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (1.8%), Washington has a value of 1.1% which is lower and better.
US Value
(1.8%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Education / Childcare & Early Childhood Education

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Education / Childcare & Early Childhood Education

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Child Care Centers

Current Value:

County: Washington Child Care Centers

6.4
Per 1,000 population under age 5
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 6.4 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 6.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 5.3.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (6.2), Washington has a value of 6.4 which is higher and better.
MD Value
(6.2)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.0), Washington has a value of 6.4 which is lower and worse.
US Value
(7.0)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (6.4) is less and worse than the previously measured value (7.5).
Prior Value
(7.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Washington

Education / Educational Attainment

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Education / Educational Attainment

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington College Enrollment

Current Value:

County: Washington College Enrollment

19.7%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (19.7%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (22.5%).
Prior Value
(22.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington People 18-24 by Educational Attainment

Current Value:
13,624
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (13,624) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12,500).
Prior Value
(12,500)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington People 25+ by Educational Attainment

Current Value:
108,430
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (108,430) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (108,974).
Prior Value
(108,974)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington People 25+ with a Bachelor's Degree or Higher

Current Value:
23.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 23.0% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 35.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 25.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 23.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 20.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 16.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (42.2%), Washington has a value of 23.0% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(42.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (34.3%), Washington has a value of 23.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(34.3%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington People 25+ with a High School Diploma or Higher

Current Value:
88.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 88.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 91.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 88.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 88.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 89.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (91.0%), Washington has a value of 88.4% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(91.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (89.1%), Washington has a value of 88.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(89.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington People 25+ with an Associate's Degree

Current Value:
9.0%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (9.0%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (7.0%).
Prior Value
(7.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Veterans with a Bachelor's Degree or Higher

Current Value:
22.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the MD Value (40.2%), Washington has a value of 22.0% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(40.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (30.5%), Washington has a value of 22.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(30.5%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Veterans with a High School Diploma or Higher

Current Value:
92.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 92.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 95.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 92.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 92.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 94.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 91.6%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,132 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (95.4%), Washington has a value of 92.4% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(95.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (95.0%), Washington has a value of 92.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(95.0%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Education / School Environment

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Education / School Environment

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Multiple Suspensions from School

Current Value:
286
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (286) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (217).
Prior Value
(217)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington School Suspension Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington School Suspension Rate

4.5%
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 4.5% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 5.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 7.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (4.9%), Washington has a value of 4.5% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(4.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (4.5%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (3.3%).
Prior Value
(3.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Student-to-Teacher Ratio

Current Value:

County: Washington Student-to-Teacher Ratio

15.3
Students per teacher
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 15.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.4.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 15.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.7.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,125 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (14.3), Washington has a value of 15.3 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(14.3)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (15.4), Washington has a value of 15.3 which is lower and better.
US Value
(15.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (15.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (15.4).
Prior Value
(15.4)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Education / Student Performance K-12

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Education / Student Performance K-12

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington 3rd Grade Students Proficient in Math

Current Value:
41.0%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 41.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 42.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 28.5%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (42.5%), Washington has a value of 41.0% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(42.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (41.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (35.8%).
Prior Value
(35.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington 3rd Grade Students Proficient in Reading

Current Value:
36.3%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 36.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 39.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 27.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (41.2%), Washington has a value of 36.3% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(41.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (36.3%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (33.5%).
Prior Value
(33.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington 8th Grade Students Proficient in Math

Current Value:
17.6%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 17.6% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 13.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 9.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (12.5%), Washington has a value of 17.6% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(12.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (17.6%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (14.6%).
Prior Value
(14.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington 8th Grade Students Proficient in Reading

Current Value:
53.7%
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 53.7% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 45.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 37.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (45.1%), Washington has a value of 53.7% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(45.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (53.7%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (46.1%).
Prior Value
(46.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington High School Dropout Rate

Current Value:

County: Washington High School Dropout Rate

2.5%
(2022-2023)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 2.5% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (3.7%), Washington has a value of 2.5% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(3.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (2.5%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (2.3%).
Prior Value
(2.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington High School Graduation

Current Value:

County: Washington High School Graduation

90.8%
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 90.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 90.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.7%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (85.8%), Washington has a value of 90.8% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(85.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (86.5%), Washington has a value of 90.8% which is higher and better.
US Value
(86.5% in 2020)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is National Center for Education Statistics
Compared to the prior value, Washington (90.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (90.8%).
Prior Value
(90.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (95%), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(95%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of students who graduate high school within four years of their first enrollment in 9th grade to 95.0%.</span></div>
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (90.7%), the target has  been met.
HP 2030 Target
(90.7%)

County: Washington School Readiness at Kindergarten Entry

Current Value:
55%
(2023-2024)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 55% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 46% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 41%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (44%), Washington has a value of 55% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(44%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (55%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (53%).
Prior Value
(53%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (85.5%), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(85.5%)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to increase the proportion of children who are ready for kindergarten to 85.5%.</span></div>

County: Washington

Environmental Health / Air

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Environmental Health / Air

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Air Pollution due to Particulate Matter

Current Value:
7.0
Micrograms per cubic meter
(2019)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 7.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.1.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 7.0 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,115 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (7.4), Washington has a value of 7.0 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(7.4)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.4), Washington has a value of 7.0 which is lower and better.
US Value
(7.4)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (7.0) is less and better than the previously measured value (7.6).
Prior Value
(7.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Annual Ozone Air Quality

Current Value:

County: Washington Annual Ozone Air Quality

2
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to Air Quality Index, Washington has a value of 2 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.
Air Quality Index
The American Lung Association (ALA) assigns grades A-F to counties (A=1; B=2; C=3; D=4; F=5), based on average annual number of days that ozone levels exceeded U.S. standards during the three year measurement period. The five-point grading scale was used for the distribution (Green = <2; Yellow = 2 - 3; Red = >3). The air quality data is collected by the EPA and summarized by the ALA.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (2) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (2).
Prior Value
(2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Annual Particle Pollution

Current Value:

County: Washington Annual Particle Pollution

1
(2020-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to Air Quality Index, Washington has a value of 1 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.
Air Quality Index
The American Lung Association (ALA) assigns grades A-F to counties (A=1; B=2; C=3; D=4; F=5), based on average annual number of days that particle pollution levels exceeded U.S. standards during the three year measurement period. The five-point grading scale was used for the distribution (Green = <2; Yellow = 2 - 3; Red = >3). The air quality data is collected by the EPA and summarized by the ALA.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (1) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (1).
Prior Value
(1)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Recognized Carcinogens Released into Air

Current Value:
136,759
Pounds
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (136,759) is less and better than the previously measured value (150,873).
Prior Value
(150,873)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Environmental Health / Built Environment

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Environmental Health / Built Environment

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Access to Exercise Opportunities

Current Value:
81.0%
(2024)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 81.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 75.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 67.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 81.0% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 64.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 47.1%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,096 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (92.0%), Washington has a value of 81.0% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(92.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (84.1%), Washington has a value of 81.0% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(84.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (81.0%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (80.9%).
Prior Value
(80.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Washington Access to Parks

Current Value:

County: Washington Access to Parks

50.9%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 50.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 43.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 22.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 50.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 24.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 9.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (73.9%), Washington has a value of 50.9% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(73.9%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (50.9%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (48.3%).
Prior Value
(48.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Washington Food Environment Index

Current Value:

County: Washington Food Environment Index

7.5
(2024)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 7.5 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 8.4 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 7.7.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 7.5 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 7.7 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 6.9.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,108 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (8.8), Washington has a value of 7.5 which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(8.8)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (7.7), Washington has a value of 7.5 which is lower and worse.
US Value
(7.7)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (7.5) is less and worse than the previously measured value (7.6).
Prior Value
(7.6)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Liquor Store Density

Current Value:

County: Washington Liquor Store Density

21.3
Stores per 100,000 population
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 21.3 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.5 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 25.2.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 21.3 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.1 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.7.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,516 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (20.6), Washington has a value of 21.3 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(20.6)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (10.9), Washington has a value of 21.3 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.9)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (21.3) is less and better than the previously measured value (23.2).
Prior Value
(23.2)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Proximity to Highways

Current Value:

County: Washington Proximity to Highways

10.4%
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 10.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 8.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 10.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (8.7%), Washington has a value of 10.4% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(8.7%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (10.4%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (10.0%).
Prior Value
(10.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Washington

Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Houses Built Prior to 1950

Current Value:

County: Washington Houses Built Prior to 1950

25.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 25.4% which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.1%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 25.4% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.8% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.3%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,133 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (16.2%), Washington has a value of 25.4% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(16.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (16.7%), Washington has a value of 25.4% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(16.7%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington PBT Released

Current Value:

County: Washington PBT Released

143
Pounds
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (143) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (93).
Prior Value
(93)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Environmental Health / Weather & Climate

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Environmental Health / Weather & Climate

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Daily Dose of UV Irradiance

Current Value:

County: Washington Daily Dose of UV Irradiance

3,001
Joule per square meter
(2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 3,001 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 3,495 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3,668.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to the MD Value (3,503), Washington has a value of 3,001 which is lower and better.
MD Value
(3,503)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (3,001) is less and better than the previously measured value (3,373).
Prior Value
(3,373)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Number of Extreme Heat Days

Current Value:

County: Washington Number of Extreme Heat Days

18
Days
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (18) is less and better than the previously measured value (34).
Prior Value
(34)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is staying the same.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Number of Extreme Heat Events

Current Value:

County: Washington Number of Extreme Heat Events

21
Events
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (21) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (14).
Prior Value
(14)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Number of Extreme Precipitation Days

Current Value:
0
Days
(2023)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (0) is less and better than the previously measured value (19).
Prior Value
(19)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Weeks of Moderate Drought or Worse

Current Value:
0
Weeks per year
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to the prior value, Washington (0) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (0).
Prior Value
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Adolescent Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Adolescent Health

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington High School Students Who Ever Thought Seriously About Committing Suicide

20.9%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 20.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 21.0% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 22.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (20.6%), Washington has a value of 20.9% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(20.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (20.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (19.8%).
Prior Value
(19.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington High School Students Who Felt Sad or Hopeless

Current Value:
41.0%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 41.0% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 38.6% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 41.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (39.2%), Washington has a value of 41.0% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(39.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (41.0%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (34.2%).
Prior Value
(34.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Middle School Students Who Were Not Physically Active

Current Value:
14.1%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 14.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.6%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (16.2%), Washington has a value of 14.1% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(16.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (14.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (13.2%).
Prior Value
(13.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Middle School Students who were Physically Active

Current Value:
46.9%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 46.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 48.1% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 40.9%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (45.2%), Washington has a value of 46.9% which is higher and better.
MD Value
(45.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (46.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (47.3%).
Prior Value
(47.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Teens who do not Drink Soda or Pop

Current Value:
29.5%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 29.5% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50%  have a value higher than 31.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than 29.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (33.3%), Washington has a value of 29.5% which is lower and worse.
MD Value
(33.3%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (29.5%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (29.9%).
Prior Value
(29.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Teens who do not Engage in Physical Activity

Current Value:
17.8%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 17.8% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.4%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (18.8%), Washington has a value of 17.8% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(18.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (17.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (20.3%).
Prior Value
(20.3%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Teens who Felt Sad or Hopeless: Middle School Students

Current Value:
37.6%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 37.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 34.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 38.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (36.8%), Washington has a value of 37.6% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(36.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (37.6%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (25.6%).
Prior Value
(25.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington

Health / Alcohol & Drug Use

Value
Compared to:

County: Washington Adults who Binge Drink

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults who Binge Drink

15.3%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 15.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.0%.
MD Counties
(2020)
The distribution is based on data from 21 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (14.1%), Washington has a value of 15.3% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(14.1%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (15.4%), Washington has a value of 15.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(15.4%)
The regional value is compared to the national value. The source for the national value is Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System
Compared to the prior value, Washington (15.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (17.9%).
Prior Value
(17.9%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Adults who Drink Excessively

Current Value:

County: Washington Adults who Drink Excessively

15.1%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 15.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 15.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 16.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.5%.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 3,141 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (15.2%), Washington has a value of 15.1% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(15.2%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (18.1%), Washington has a value of 15.1% which is lower and better.
US Value
(18.1%)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (15.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (15.7%).
Prior Value
(15.7%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Age-Adjusted Drug and Opioid-Involved Overdose Death Rate

64.6
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2018-2020)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 64.6 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 43.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 50.7.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 23 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 64.6 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.3 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,303 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (39.9), Washington has a value of 64.6 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(39.9)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (23.5), Washington has a value of 64.6 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(23.5)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (64.6) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (55.0).
Prior Value
(55.0)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.

County: Washington Age-Adjusted ER Rate due to Alcohol/Substance Abuse

Current Value:
2,307.2
ER visits per 100,000 population
(2017)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 2,307.2 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 1,590.8 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 1,923.9.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (2,017.0), Washington has a value of 2,307.2 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(2,017.0)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (2,307.2) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (2,146.5).
Prior Value
(2,146.5)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were not taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.
Compared to the Maryland SHIP 2017 (1,400.9), the target has not been met.
Maryland SHIP 2017
(1,400.9)
<div><span>The Maryland SHIP 2017 Target is to reduce the rate of emergency room visits due to alcohol and substance abuse to 1400.9 emergency room visits per 100,000 population.</span></div>

County: Washington Death Rate due to Drug Poisoning

Current Value:
63.0
Deaths per 100,000 population
(2019-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 63.0 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 39.9 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 51.3.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties.
Compared to U.S. Counties, Washington has a value of 63.0 which is in the worst 25% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.2 while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 35.8.
U.S. Counties
The distribution is based on data from 1,899 U.S. counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (43.1), Washington has a value of 63.0 which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(43.1)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the US Value (27.2), Washington has a value of 63.0 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(27.2)
The regional value is compared to the national value.
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (20.7), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(20.7)
<div>SU-03: Reduce drug overdose deaths <strong>(LEADING HEALTH INDICATOR)</strong></div>

County: Washington High School Students who Ever Used Heroin

Current Value:
2.1%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 2.1% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (2.5%), Washington has a value of 2.1% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(2.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (2.1%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (3.0%).
Prior Value
(3.0%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington High School Students who have Ever Used Prescription Drugs

12.9%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 12.9% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.5% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.8%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (14.6%), Washington has a value of 12.9% which is lower and better.
MD Value
(14.6%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (12.9%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (12.6%).
Prior Value
(12.6%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington High School Students who Use Alcohol: Past 30 Days

Current Value:
19.8%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 19.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 22.3% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 27.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (19.4%), Washington has a value of 19.8% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(19.4%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (19.8%) is less and better than the previously measured value (25.8%).
Prior Value
(25.8%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington High School Students who Use Heroin

Current Value:
0.8%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 0.8% which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.9% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 1.3%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (0.8%), Washington has a value of 0.8%.
MD Value
(0.8%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (0.8%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (1.1%).
Prior Value
(1.1%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington High School Students who Use Marijuana

Current Value:
17.3%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 17.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.2% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.2%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (15.0%), Washington has a value of 17.3% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(15.0%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (17.3%) is not statistically different from the previously measured value (19.2%).
Prior Value
(19.2%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is decreasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.

County: Washington Middle School Students who have Ever Used Prescription Drugs

12.1%
(2021-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to MD Counties, Washington has a value of 12.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.7% while counties in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.0%.
MD Counties
The distribution is based on data from 24 Maryland counties and county equivalents.
Compared to the MD Value (11.5%), Washington has a value of 12.1% which is higher and worse.
MD Value
(11.5%)
The regional value is compared to the Maryland State value.
Compared to the prior value, Washington (12.1%) is greater and worse than the previously measured value (6.5%).
Prior Value
(6.5%)
Prior Value compares a measured value with the previously measured value. Confidence intervals were taken into account in determining the direction of the comparison.
Over time, the Washington value is increasing, not significantly.
Trend
This comparison measures the indicator’s values over multiple time periods.<br>The Mann-Kendall Test for Statistical Significance is used to evaluate the trend<br>over 4 to 10 periods of measure, subject to data availability and comparability.