Washington County, county in southwestern Utah, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 184,913 inhabitants. The county was created 172 years ago in 1852. Its county seat is St. George.
There are 15 city/town in Washington County, UT. The largest city of Washington County is Saint George with a population of 92,378. Other cities include, Washington population 31,939, Hurricane population 19,855, Ivins population 9,665, Santa Clara population 8,632
Tucked in the southwestern corner of Utah, Washington County contains a mix of rapidly growing urban centers and quaint rural towns surrounded by red rock landscapes. The largest city is St. George, which serves as the county seat and has a population around 90,000 residents. St. George is a popular retirement destination known for its year-round golfing and proximity to Zion National Park.
The city of Washington sits just north of St. George and grew up around Early Pioneer Square which dates back to the county's first settlers. Some of the smaller towns scattered through Washington County include Hurricane, Apple Valley, Enterprise, New Harmony, and Veyo. These communities each have their own pioneer history and charm.
Outdoor recreation is a major draw to Washington County's cities and towns, with access to attractions like Snow Canyon State Park, Quail Creek Reservoir, and Sand Hollow State Park. From the urban hub of St. George to towns like Santa Clara along the Santa Clara River, Washington County's communities showcase both frontier history and spectacular southern Utah scenery.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Washington County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Apple Valley | Town in Washington County, Utah, United States | 869 |
Enterprise | City in Washington County, Utah, United States | 1,970 |
Hildale | City in Washington County, Utah, United States | 2,944 |
Hurricane | City in Washington County, Utah, United States | 19,855 |
Ivins | City in Washington County, Utah, United States | 9,665 |
LaVerkin | City in Washington County, Utah, United States | 4,060 |
Leeds | Town in Washington County, Utah, United States | 879 |
New Harmony | Town in Washington County, Utah, United States | 236 |
Rockville | Town in Washington County, Utah, United States | 271 |
Saint George | The most populous city in Washington County, Utah. | 92,378 |
Santa Clara | City in Washingon County, Utah, United States | 8,632 |
Springdale | Town in Washington County, Utah, United States | 658 |
Toquerville | City in Washington County, Utah, United States | 1,804 |
Virgin | Town in Washington County, Utah, United States | 670 |
Washington | City in Washington County, Kansas | 31,939 |