Quick answer
Washington feels a lot like St. George's newer, faster-growing neighbor: master-planned communities like Coral Canyon and Sienna Hills, golf, trails, and the same hot desert climate. If you want newer construction and amenities while staying minutes from St. George, it's worth a close look. I'm happy to walk you through how the neighborhoods compare.
Washington market update
Residential, September 2026. Updated October 2026, source: WCBR MLS via Flexmls.
Thinking about moving to Washington?
If you're reading this, you're probably weighing a move to Southern Utah and wondering whether Washington is the right fit. I help relocation buyers sort through exactly that question, so let me share what I'd tell you over coffee.
Washington sits right next to St. George on the east side, and for many buyers the line between the two is hard to spot when you're driving around. What sets Washington apart is how fast it has grown. The Census Bureau estimates it grew 32.5% between April 2020 and July 2025, from about 28,000 to 37,107 people, and you can see that growth in the newer neighborhoods spreading across its hills and fields.
In this guide I'll walk you through neighborhoods, costs, schools, weather and things to do, and I'll try to be honest about the tradeoffs.
What are the best neighborhoods in Washington?
"Best" depends on how you want to live. Here are a few areas buyers often ask me about:
Coral Canyon
A 2,600-acre master-planned golf community with a public championship course, clubhouse pools, fitness, pickleball and tennis, city and pocket parks, and about 10.7 miles of walking and biking trails, according to the Coral Canyon HOA.
Green Springs
Established neighborhoods around the Green Spring golf course, close to shopping and the freeway.
Washington Fields
Historically farmland, now home to many newer subdivisions and more traditional single-family lots.
Sienna Hills
A 740-acre master plan whose villages range from simple neighborhoods to resort-style amenities. Washington City operates Sienna Hills Park, with a splash pad, playground and pavilions.
Washington Townsite
The original historic town center, with older homes and established trees.
What does it cost to live in Washington?
- Median sold price: $492,490 in September 2026. Monthly medians ranged from about $492,490 to $569,990 between October 2025 and September 2026 (Flexmls MLS, residential).
- Median active list price: $599,995 (September 2026).
- Census median home value: $570,400 (owner-occupied, 2020–2024 ACS; older survey data, so it lags today's market).
- Median household income: $91,853 (2020–2024 ACS).
- Taxes: Utah has a flat 4.45% state income tax, and a qualifying primary residence is taxed on only 55% of its market value thanks to the 45% residential exemption.
Monthly medians in smaller cities can jump around based on which homes happen to sell, so I always recommend looking at specific comparable sales rather than one headline number.
How are the schools in Washington?
Public schools in Washington are part of the Washington County School District, the same single district that serves all of Washington County. Its FY2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report lists 52 schools, and official October 1, 2025 enrollment was 34,396 students.
I'm a REALTOR, not an education expert, so I don't rank schools. Check the official Utah School Report Card for performance data, and always confirm boundaries for a specific address with the district before you buy.
What is the weather like in Washington?
Washington shares St. George's hot desert climate: mild winters and very hot summers. NOAA's 1991–2020 normals at the St. George station show an average January high of about 54°F, a July high of about 102°F, and about 63 days a year at 100°F or higher.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 54 | 59 | 68 | 75 | 85 | 96 | 102 | 100 | 92 | 79 | 64 | 53 |
| Low °F | 28 | 32 | 39 | 46 | 56 | 65 | 72 | 70 | 61 | 47 | 35 | 28 |
Source: NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, St. George station (the nearest long-term NOAA station; conditions in this city can differ with elevation).
What is there to do in Washington?
- Golf: Green Spring golf course is in town, and many more courses are minutes away in St. George.
- Trails: Coral Canyon alone has about 10.7 miles of walking and biking paths, and city parks are spread throughout Washington.
- Zion & state parks: Quail Creek State Park sits between Washington and Hurricane, and SunTran's Zion route (per the National Park Service) connects Washington with Springdale at Zion's entrance.
- Shopping: Washington has its own big-box and grocery shopping along Telegraph Street and the freeway corridor.
Frequently asked questions about living in Washington
Is Washington, Utah expensive to live in?
Housing is the biggest factor. Flexmls MLS data shows a median sold price of $492,490 for residential property in Washington in September 2026, and a median active list price of $599,995. Utah has a flat 4.45% state income tax, and a qualifying primary residence is taxed on only 55% of its market value thanks to the 45% residential exemption.
How many people live in Washington?
The U.S. Census Bureau estimates Washington had 37,107 residents on July 1, 2025, up 32.5% since April 2020.
What is the median household income in Washington?
The Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey estimates a median household income of $91,853 in Washington.
What is the weather like in Washington?
Washington shares St. George's hot desert climate: mild winters and very hot summers. NOAA's 1991–2020 normals at the St. George station show an average January high of about 54°F, a July high of about 102°F, and about 63 days a year at 100°F or higher.
Is Washington, Utah part of St. George?
No. Washington is its own city, with its own city government, right next to St. George on the east side. The two share the same school district, and most residents move between them every day.
