Boydton town, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Boydton town, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Boydton town, Virginia has a total population of 251, the 557th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $55,000, which is 40% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.8%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 40% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Boydton town Quick Facts

Population 251

Median Household Income $55,000

Median Home Value $156,300

Poverty Rate 8.8%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 53.1 years

Homeownership Rate 83.6%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 32.3%

High School Graduation Rate 95.2%

Diversity Index 43/100

Population 251 557th of 681

Median Income $55,000 below average

Poverty Rate 8.8% 30% lower national

Median Home Value $156,300 bottom 30%

How Boydton town Compares

Median Household Income

Boydton town

$55,000

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Boydton town

$156,300

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.5%

$25K-$50K 31.1%

$50K-$100K 34.4%

$100K+ 22.9%

Employment

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

63.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 83.6%

Renter 16.4%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.1%

18-34

15.5%

35-54

29.5%

55-74

29.5%

75+

10.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Boydton town Rankings in Virginia

#557 Population of 681

#407 Median Income of 681

#276 Education of 681

#443 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Boydton town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Savage Town CDP	254	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Flint Hill CDP	245	N/A	$830,000	50.0%	0.0%
Weems CDP	259	N/A	N/A	62.6%	2.7%
Fancy Gap CDP	243	N/A	N/A	0.0%	0.0%
Waterford CDP	243	N/A	$1,016,300	93.4%	0.0%

Population Overview

Boydton town is a small community located in Virginia. The total population is 251. It ranks as the 557th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Boydton town is 53.1 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. 10.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Boydton town is $55,000. This is 40% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 30% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 12% lower 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 $156,300. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $360,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Boydton town is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Boydton town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 27.1%. The Asian population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

32.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 95.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Boydton town, 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 Boydton town, Virginia?

Boydton town, Virginia has a population of 251 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Boydton town, VA?

The median household income in Boydton town is $55,000, which is 30% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Boydton town, VA?

The poverty rate in Boydton town is 8.8%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Boydton town, Virginia?

Boydton town's population is 70.1% White, 27.1% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Boydton town, VA?

The median home value in Boydton town is $156,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Boydton town, Virginia?

32.3% of adults (25+) in Boydton town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.