Chilhowie town, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Chilhowie town, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Chilhowie town, Virginia has a total population of 2,462, the 263rd largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $53,250, which is 41% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.0%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 41% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.

Chilhowie town Quick Facts

Population 2,462

Median Household Income $53,250

Median Home Value $158,600

Poverty Rate 12.0%

Unemployment Rate 1.9%

Median Age 47.4 years

Homeownership Rate 60.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.4%

High School Graduation Rate 88.2%

Diversity Index 22/100

Population 2,462 263rd of 681

Median Income $53,250 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 12.0% 4% lower national

Median Home Value $158,600 bottom 30%

How Chilhowie town Compares

Median Household Income

Chilhowie town

$53,250

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Chilhowie town

$158,600

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 18.9%

$25K-$50K 30.5%

$50K-$100K 27.6%

$100K+ 23.0%

Employment

1.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

51.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 60.8%

Renter 39.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.9%

18-34

19.1%

35-54

25.4%

55-74

27.9%

75+

9.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Chilhowie town Rankings in Virginia

#263 Population of 681

#422 Median Income of 681

#351 Education of 681

#437 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Chilhowie town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Chase City town	2,530	$51,840	$115,400	14.8%	10.4%
Matoaca CDP	2,448	$57,445	$205,100	29.8%	9.0%
Louisa town	2,249	$55,202	$308,200	32.0%	15.2%
Dublin town	2,671	$61,635	$166,700	8.0%	13.4%
Horse Pasture CDP	2,193	$57,637	$119,200	16.2%	20.5%

Population Overview

Chilhowie town is a small community located in Virginia. The total population is 2,462. It ranks as the 263rd most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Chilhowie town is 47.4 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Chilhowie town is $53,250. This is 41% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 32% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.0%. This is 21% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $158,600. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 60.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Chilhowie town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.7%. The Black or African American population (4.2%) is well below the state average of 18.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.7%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

26.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 88.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Chilhowie 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 Chilhowie town, Virginia?

Chilhowie town, Virginia has a population of 2,462 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Chilhowie town is $53,250, which is 32% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Chilhowie town, VA?

The poverty rate in Chilhowie town is 12.0%. This means approximately 270 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Chilhowie town, Virginia?

Chilhowie town's population is 88.0% White, 4.2% Black, 4.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.

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

The median home value in Chilhowie town is $158,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Chilhowie town, Virginia?

26.4% of adults (25+) in Chilhowie town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.