Daviess County

The word community has a different meaning in Daviess County. Its residents have a way of coming together to make new residents feel right at home. With its rich Amish heritage providing locally-made goods and its abundance of natural resources, there's a bit of everything here. Come explore what makes Daviess County a great place to call home.

Your Indiana Adventure Awaits

See why Daviess County is a great place to call home.
See why Daviess County is a great place to call home.

By The Numbers

33,120
total population
$53,629
median income

Population Breakdown

Partner Employers

The Perfect Place to Put Down Roots

B
school system grade
$130,000
median home cost

Invested in Your Success

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Discover Southern Indiana

Discover Southern Indiana

Around Daviess County, you will find one-of-a-kind resort experiences at French Lick Resort, Indiana's finest State Parks, rivers and lakes, and so much more! Visit Discover Southern Indiana to see all there is to do in the county and beyond.
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Housing Developments

Housing Developments

Housing projects in Daviess County topped $37M in 2022, bringing three new developments to Washington. The single-family and townhomes will help fill a gap of a need in the community, and ground has already broken on all three projects!
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Choose Southern Indiana

Choose Southern Indiana

Daviess County is part of a relocation incentive program that offers $5,000 to families and individuals that move! Learn more about the program and its requirements.
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County-wide Fiber

County-wide Fiber

The state of Indiana has declared Daviess County a broadband-ready community. Officials say the goal is to have 100% accessibility by the end of 2025.
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In 49 states it’s just basketball…

Indiana is home to 12 of the 13 LARGEST high school gyms! Our very own Washington High School Gymnasium is on that list.

NSA Crane

NSA Crane is the third largest naval installation in the world and makes defense a huge economic driver for Southern Indiana. With more than 5,000 employees, Crane brings together over 3,000 STEM workers, 1,000 engineers and dozens of PhDs in a federal research lab setting.


Outdoor Recreation

Southern Indiana is home to some of the most beautiful sights in the state. West Boggs Lake offers a 400-acre play area and Glendale Fish and Wildlife Area is dedicated to providing quality hunting and fishing opportunities. The fun doesn’t stop there! Learn more about areas to explore in Daviess County

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