Afton CDP, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Afton CDP, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Afton CDP, Virginia has a total population of 243, the 562nd largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $90,958, which is about average than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.4%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Afton CDP Quick Facts

Population 243

Median Household Income $90,958

Median Home Value $323,600

Poverty Rate 14.4%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 53.6 years

Homeownership Rate 59.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 36.4%

High School Graduation Rate 96.5%

Diversity Index 14/100

Population 243 562nd of 681

Median Income $90,958 above average

Poverty Rate 14.4% 16% higher national

Median Home Value $323,600 above average

How Afton CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Afton CDP

$90,958

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Afton CDP

$323,600

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 20.7%

$25K-$50K 0.0%

$50K-$100K 40.2%

$100K+ 39.1%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

86.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 59.8%

Renter 40.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

4.9%

18-34

7.8%

35-54

43.6%

55-74

43.6%

75+

0.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Afton CDP Rankings in Virginia

#562 Population of 681

#212 Median Income of 681

#239 Education of 681

#215 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Afton CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Fancy Gap CDP	243	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Waterford CDP	243	N/A	$1,016,300	93.4%	0.0%
Flint Hill CDP	245	N/A	$830,000	50.0%	0.0%
McMullin CDP	241	N/A	$152,800	5.9%	14.1%
Pounding Mill CDP	235	N/A	$96,400	6.2%	12.3%

Population Overview

Afton CDP is a small community located in Virginia. The total population is 243. It ranks as the 562nd most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Afton CDP is 53.6 years. This is 38% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. Only 4.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Afton CDP is $90,958. This is about average than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 16% higher. The poverty rate stands at 14.4%. This is 45% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $323,600. Housing costs are 10% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 59.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Afton CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (92.6% vs 59.0%).

Education

36.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 41.5%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 96.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Afton CDP, Virginia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Virginia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 681 Census-designated places in Virginia. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Afton CDP, Virginia?

Afton CDP, Virginia has a population of 243 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Afton CDP, VA?

The median household income in Afton CDP is $90,958, which is 16% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Afton CDP, VA?

The poverty rate in Afton CDP is 14.4%. This means approximately 35 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Afton CDP, Virginia?

Afton CDP's population is 92.6% White, 0.0% Black, 7.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Afton CDP, VA?

The median home value in Afton CDP is $323,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

How educated is Afton CDP, Virginia?

36.4% of adults (25+) in Afton CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.