Washington County, Wisconsin Housing Market
In Washington County, Wisconsin, the median home value is $344,800, with a median monthly rent of $1,153. This places Washington County at #444 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #5 within Wisconsin.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,178
- Establishments: 3,852
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 292
- Multi-family: 106
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 62,741 (avg $100,356)
- Outflow: 60,624 (avg $101,078)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 7 active ZIP codes in Washington County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 53017 | 234.4 | +8.28% | 2025 |
| 2 | 53076 | 219.1 | -3.76% | 2025 |
| 3 | 53086 | 223.1 | +6.47% | 2025 |
| 4 | 53033 | 234.3 | +5.55% | 2025 |
| 5 | 53029 | 231.1 | +5.93% | 2025 |
| 6 | 53037 | 221.7 | +8.29% | 2025 |
| 7 | 53022 | 229.1 | +6.18% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Washington County | Wisconsin Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $344,800 | $234,086 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,153 | $915 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 78.1% | 75.9% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 24.9 | 21.2 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Washington County is 47.3% above the Wisconsin state average and 51.4% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,153/month is 26.0% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 24.9, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Washington County has an owner-occupancy rate of 78.1%, compared to 75.9% in Wisconsin and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more homeowner-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union County | Ohio | $344,900 | $1,247 |
| Jackson County | Georgia | $345,000 | $1,126 |
| Platte County | Missouri | $345,100 | $1,334 |
| Grafton County | New Hampshire | $344,500 | $1,301 |
| Burnet County | Texas | $344,000 | $1,319 |
Other Counties in Wisconsin
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Door County | $342,600 | $1,086 | 78.2% |
| Pierce County | $333,700 | $1,044 | 75.0% |
| St. Croix County | $377,700 | $1,271 | 78.3% |
| Walworth County | $302,700 | $1,150 | 70.6% |
| Vilas County | $300,000 | $847 | 84.0% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).