Buena Vista city, Virginia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Buena Vista city is located in Virginia with a total population of 6,612. It is the 125th most populous county out of 133 in Virginia. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.

Age Demographics

The median age in Buena Vista city is 36.2 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Buena Vista city is $54,458. This is 40% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 31% lower. The poverty rate stands at 22.0%. This is 122% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 2.2%. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $153,500. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $360,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Buena Vista city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 57.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Buena Vista city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.6%. The Black or African American population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 18.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

24.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 83.4%.