Damascus town, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Damascus town, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Damascus town, Virginia has a total population of 766, the 420th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $33,173, which is 64% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 64% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.9%.

Damascus town Quick Facts

Population 766

Median Household Income $33,173

Median Home Value $186,300

Poverty Rate 18.3%

Unemployment Rate 0.9%

Median Age 50.4 years

Homeownership Rate 49.6%

Affordability Ratio 5.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.2%

High School Graduation Rate 85.2%

Diversity Index 13/100

Population 766 420th of 681

Median Income $33,173 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 18.3% 47% higher national

Median Home Value $186,300 below average

How Damascus town Compares

Median Household Income

Damascus town

$33,173

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Damascus town

$186,300

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 38.2%

$25K-$50K 22.4%

$50K-$100K 30.3%

$100K+ 9.1%

Employment

0.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

48.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 49.6%

Renter 50.4%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.6%

18-34

21.1%

35-54

15.1%

55-74

35.8%

75+

11.4%

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+)

Damascus town Rankings in Virginia

#420 Population of 681

#547 Median Income of 681

#425 Education of 681

#386 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Damascus town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
East Stone Gap CDP	792	N/A	$113,800	0.0%	0.0%
Baywood CDP	719	$30,500	$93,300	0.0%	21.3%
Ivanhoe CDP	711	$37,313	$87,700	3.8%	54.1%
Nassawadox town	670	N/A	N/A	23.3%	23.2%
Boissevain CDP	757	$25,951	$28,300	6.5%	21.0%

Population Overview

Damascus town is a small community located in Virginia. The total population is 766. It ranks as the 420th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Damascus town is 50.4 years. This is 30% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. 11.4% 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 Damascus town is $33,173. This is 64% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 58% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.3%. This is 84% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 0.9%. This is 79% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $186,300. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x. 49.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Damascus town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (93.1% vs 59.0%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 10.7%.

Education

19.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 85.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Damascus 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 Damascus town, Virginia?

Damascus town, Virginia has a population of 766 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Damascus town is $33,173, which is 58% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Damascus town, VA?

The poverty rate in Damascus town is 18.3%. This means approximately 140 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Damascus town, Virginia?

Damascus town's population is 93.1% White, 0.0% Black, 3.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Damascus town is $186,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x.

How educated is Damascus town, Virginia?

19.2% of adults (25+) in Damascus town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.