Brandy Station, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Brandy Station, Virginia had a total population of 237, the 563rd largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $140,475, which is 51% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 51% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Virginia.
Brandy Station Quick Facts
How Brandy Station 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 | 90 | 237 | +163.3% |
How Brandy Station 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+)
Brandy Station Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Culpeper County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culpeper | 20,794 | $94,721 | 12.8% | $390,000 |
Cities Similar to Brandy Station
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairview | 240 | N/A | N/A | 8.0% | 33.6% |
| Pounding Mill | 222 | N/A | N/A | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| Waterford | 220 | N/A | $1,079,700 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Saxis | 218 | N/A | $98,400 | 4.1% | 41.7% |
| Unionville | 262 | N/A | $227,400 | 8.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 237, Brandy Station'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
Brandy Station is a small community located in Virginia, within Culpeper County. The total population is 237. It ranks as the 563rd most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Brandy Station is 31.9 years. This is 18% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 39.2% of the population under 18, Brandy Station has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community. 13.9% 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 Brandy Station is $140,475. This is 51% higher than the state median of $93,170. It is also 74% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.3%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Brandy Station, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 93.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Brandy Station is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 5.9%. The Black or African American population (5.9%) is well below the state average of 18.3%.
Education
11.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% 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 63.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Brandy Station, 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 Brandy Station, Virginia?
Brandy Station, Virginia has a population of 237 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Brandy Station, VA?
The median household income in Brandy Station is $140,475, which is 74% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Brandy Station, VA?
The poverty rate in Brandy Station is 6.3%. This means approximately 15 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Brandy Station, Virginia?
Brandy Station's population is 82.7% White, 5.9% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Brandy Station, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Brandy Station — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Brandy Station, Virginia?
11.1% of adults (25+) in Brandy Station hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.