Bland, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bland, Virginia had a total population of 564, the 460th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $62,404, which is 33% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 33% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
Bland Quick Facts
How Bland Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 526 | 564 | +7.2% |
| Median household income | $68,333 | $62,404 | -8.7% |
| Median home value | $156,500 | $149,000 | -4.8% |
How Bland Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bland Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Bland County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bastian | 374 | $41,711 | 0.0% | $162,100 |
| Mechanicsburg | 52 | N/A | 0.0% | $130,000 |
| Rocky Gap | 7 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Bland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gargatha | 564 | $64,375 | $291,500 | 27.6% | 13.8% |
| Quantico | 578 | $64,500 | $321,700 | 48.9% | 8.6% |
| Bloxom | 571 | $66,875 | $133,300 | 10.9% | 7.7% |
| Disputanta | 609 | N/A | $99,500 | 0.0% | 9.0% |
| Mineral | 555 | $71,042 | $266,700 | 18.1% | 16.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 564, Bland's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Bland is a small community located in Virginia, within Bland County. The total population is 564. It ranks as the 460th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bland is 38.1 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bland is $62,404. This is 33% lower than the state median of $93,170. It is also 23% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.8%. This is 40% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $149,000. Housing costs are 61% lower than the state median of $383,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Bland is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 56.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bland has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.9% of all residents. Asian residents account for 1.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (98.9% vs 58.4%). The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 6.9%.
Education
20.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% lower than the state rate of 42.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bland, Virginia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. 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. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bland, Virginia?
Bland, Virginia has a population of 564 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bland, VA?
The median household income in Bland is $62,404, which is 23% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bland, VA?
The poverty rate in Bland is 13.8%. This means approximately 78 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bland, Virginia?
Bland's population is 98.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bland, VA?
The median home value in Bland is $149,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Bland, Virginia?
20.7% of adults (25+) in Bland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.