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Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

As of 2026, Virginia has a total population of 8,657,499, with a median household income of $90,974, which is 16% higher the national average. The poverty rate is 9.9%.

Virginia Quick Facts

Population 8,657,499
Median Household Income $90,974
Median Home Value $360,700
Poverty Rate 9.9%
Unemployment Rate 4.3%
Median Age 38.8 years
Homeownership Rate 67.2%
Affordability Ratio 4.0x
Bachelor's Degree+ 41.5%
High School Graduation 91.3%
Counties 133
Cities/Places 681
Population 8,657,499
Median Income $90,974 16% higher national
Poverty Rate 9.9%
Unemployment 4.3%

Economy & Housing

Employment

4.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%
65.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.2%
Renter 32.8%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

60out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Largest Cities in Virginia

#CityPopulationMedian IncomePoverty
1Virginia Beach city457,066$90,6858.4%
2Chesapeake city251,153$94,1898.7%
3Arlington CDP235,463$140,1607.1%
4Norfolk city235,037$64,01717.3%
5Richmond city227,595$62,67118.8%
6Newport News city184,774$66,71815.1%
7Alexandria city156,788$113,6388.4%
8Hampton city137,334$67,75813.0%
9Roanoke city98,677$52,67119.7%
10Portsmouth city97,299$58,97217.6%

Richest Cities in Virginia

#CityMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+
1McLean CDP$250,001$1,304,90085.1%
2Brambleton CDP$250,001$833,00078.7%
3Wolf Trap CDP$250,001$1,153,20084.2%
4Great Falls CDP$250,001$1,342,40085.7%
5Difficult Run CDP$250,001$1,052,60083.1%
6South Run CDP$250,001$940,90081.9%
7One Loudoun CDP$250,001$843,00073.7%
8Great Falls Crossing CDP$250,001$1,007,10089.0%
9Crosspointe CDP$247,708$921,40078.0%
10Union Mill CDP$245,265$942,40073.7%

Most Affordable Cities in Virginia

By home-value-to-income ratio (lower = more affordable). Min. population 1,000.

#CityRatioHome ValueIncome
1Shawsville CDP1.2x$84,300$70,469
2Merrimac CDP1.3x$73,400$55,202
3Woodlawn CDP (Carroll County)1.6x$144,700$89,375
4Harriston CDP1.6x$149,100$91,625
5Atkins CDP1.7x$77,700$46,432
6Appalachia town1.7x$65,500$38,942
7Narrows town1.8x$110,000$61,894
8Cana CDP1.8x$114,400$61,985
9Covington city1.9x$80,200$42,724
10Waverly town1.9x$135,300$71,154

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All Counties in Virginia (133)

133 results
City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
Fairfax County1,144,474$150,1135.9%$699,700
Prince William County484,625$128,8736.1%$500,600
Virginia Beach city457,066$90,6858.4%$366,300
Loudoun County427,082$178,7074.0%$701,000
Chesterfield County371,610$98,9106.9%$336,700
Henrico County334,434$86,3978.4%$333,600
Chesapeake city251,153$94,1898.7%$359,100
Arlington County235,463$140,1607.1%$864,800
Norfolk city235,037$64,01717.3%$271,900
Richmond city227,595$62,67118.8%$328,100
Newport News city184,774$66,71815.1%$243,300
Stafford County160,520$133,7925.1%$458,800
Alexandria city156,788$113,6388.4%$696,800
Spotsylvania County143,876$109,5767.0%$375,000
Hampton city137,334$67,75813.0%$234,100
Albemarle County113,683$102,6176.8%$471,000
Hanover County111,652$109,5045.2%$372,700
Montgomery County99,159$70,76923.8%$283,600
Roanoke city98,677$52,67119.7%$180,500
Portsmouth city97,299$58,97217.6%$229,400
Roanoke County96,793$82,9317.3%$267,300
Suffolk city96,638$90,0899.9%$329,600
Frederick County93,355$95,6037.1%$355,000
Rockingham County84,739$78,4689.6%$287,900
Bedford County80,254$77,6448.1%$276,600
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All Cities & Places in Virginia (681)

681 results
City ↕Population ↓Median Income ↕Poverty ↕Home Value ↕
Virginia Beach city457,066$90,6858.4%$366,300
Chesapeake city251,153$94,1898.7%$359,100
Arlington CDP235,463$140,1607.1%$864,800
Norfolk city235,037$64,01717.3%$271,900
Richmond city227,595$62,67118.8%$328,100
Newport News city184,774$66,71815.1%$243,300
Alexandria city156,788$113,6388.4%$696,800
Hampton city137,334$67,75813.0%$234,100
Roanoke city98,677$52,67119.7%$180,500
Portsmouth city97,299$58,97217.6%$229,400
Suffolk city96,638$90,0899.9%$329,600
Lynchburg city79,255$59,80817.4%$211,800
Dale City CDP72,793$113,2456.7%$400,100
Centreville CDP71,885$143,7046.1%$565,900
Reston CDP63,542$139,5155.4%$616,000
Harrisonburg city51,492$59,75225.6%$278,200
McLean CDP50,232$250,0012.7%$1,304,900
Leesburg town48,788$140,6687.6%$617,700
Tuckahoe CDP48,610$96,1888.1%$442,200
Charlottesville city45,863$69,82922.6%$448,400
Ashburn CDP45,551$152,0943.6%$659,000
Blacksburg town45,288$48,07042.8%$417,200
Lake Ridge CDP45,007$120,8445.8%$452,800
Woodbridge CDP43,443$100,3709.0%$395,400
Burke CDP43,336$179,0632.8%$696,800
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Population Overview

Virginia has a total population of 8,657,499, making it a mid-sized state in the nation. The median age is 38.8 years, about average the national median of 38.7 years.

Age Demographics

The median age in Virginia is 38.8 years. This is about average than the state median of 38.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Virginia is $90,974. This is 16% higher than the state median of $78,538. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 16% higher. The poverty rate stands at 9.9%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 17% lower than the state rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $360,700. Housing costs are 19% higher than the state median of $303,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 67.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 65.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Virginia is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 18.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (18.4% vs 12.0%).

Education

41.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% higher than the state rate of 35.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.3%. Notably, 18.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Virginia?

Virginia has a total population of 8,657,499 according to the U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median income in Virginia?

The median household income in Virginia is $90,974, which is 16% higher the national median of $78,538.

How many cities are in Virginia?

Virginia has 681 Census-designated places (cities, towns, and CDPs) and 133 counties.

What is the poverty rate in Virginia?

The poverty rate in Virginia is 9.9%, compared to the national average of 12.4%.

What is the largest city in Virginia?

The largest city in Virginia is Virginia Beach city with a population of 457,066.