Bobtown, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bobtown, Virginia had a total population of 141, the 605th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $60,385, which is 35% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 35% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Bobtown Quick Facts
How Bobtown 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 | 196 | 141 | -28.1% |
How Bobtown 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bobtown Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Accomack County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chincoteague | 3,296 | $62,917 | 10.2% | $349,500 |
| Captains Cove | 1,542 | $110,156 | 0.0% | $267,700 |
| Wattsville | 1,439 | $69,380 | 8.1% | $184,700 |
| Onancock | 1,433 | $54,500 | 21.3% | $294,400 |
| Accomac | 948 | $45,986 | 9.6% | $251,500 |
| Parksley | 867 | $76,875 | 5.2% | $163,100 |
| Pastoria | 863 | $46,884 | 6.6% | $116,200 |
| Belle Haven | 836 | $62,917 | 6.9% | $183,000 |
| Onley | 678 | $57,837 | 8.6% | $323,100 |
| Nelsonia | 608 | $88,685 | 12.7% | $136,200 |
Cities Similar to Bobtown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stickleyville | 143 | N/A | $130,100 | 22.9% | 32.2% |
| Union Level | 143 | N/A | $153,900 | 0.0% | 19.6% |
| Branchville | 146 | N/A | $155,200 | 8.2% | 0.0% |
| Selma | 146 | N/A | $93,100 | 0.0% | 34.3% |
| Stevens Creek | 148 | N/A | $43,500 | 9.7% | 48.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 141, Bobtown'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
Bobtown is a small community located in Virginia, within Accomack County. The total population is 141. It ranks as the 605th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bobtown is 64.5 years. This is 65% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bobtown is $60,385. This is 35% lower than the state median of $93,170. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Bobtown. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Bobtown, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 72.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bobtown is White (non-Hispanic), making up 66.7% of the population. Asian residents account for 33.3%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (33.3% vs 6.9%).
Education
40.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 42.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.7%. Notably, 22.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bobtown, 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 Bobtown, Virginia?
Bobtown, Virginia has a population of 141 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bobtown, VA?
The median household income in Bobtown is $60,385, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bobtown, VA?
The ACS sample for Bobtown recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Bobtown, Virginia?
Bobtown's population is 66.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 33.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bobtown, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Bobtown — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Bobtown, Virginia?
40.4% of adults (25+) in Bobtown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 22.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.