Doran, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Doran, Virginia had a total population of 37, the 668th largest community in Virginia. The poverty rate is 32.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (32.4%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Doran Quick Facts
How Doran 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 | 13 | 37 | +184.6% |
How Doran Compares
Median Household Income
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Economy & Housing
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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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+)
Doran Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Tazewell County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richlands | 5,171 | $37,154 | 30.2% | $111,000 |
| Bluefield | 4,979 | $54,041 | 15.6% | $152,500 |
| Tazewell | 4,390 | $34,618 | 25.1% | $111,700 |
| Claypool Hill | 1,610 | $45,446 | 15.5% | $166,400 |
| Raven | 1,345 | $52,619 | 12.8% | $88,800 |
| Cedar Bluff | 1,167 | $37,170 | 17.4% | $111,800 |
| Gratton | 841 | $113,412 | 4.9% | $113,500 |
| Springville | 841 | $70,117 | 16.9% | N/A |
| Boissevain | 830 | $27,516 | 35.8% | $32,100 |
| Pocahontas | 234 | $42,344 | 15.4% | $38,800 |
Cities Similar to Doran
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forestville | 35 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Allisonia | 40 | N/A | $233,300 | 16.7% | 0.0% |
| Templeton | 34 | N/A | N/A | 40.0% | 17.6% |
| Hanover | 33 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 63.6% |
| Lunenburg | 42 | $11,458 | N/A | 0.0% | 85.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 37, Doran'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
Doran is a small community located in Virginia, within Tazewell County. The total population is 37. It ranks as the 668th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Doran is 35.3 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 13.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 32.4%. This is 228% 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 survey records no unemployed residents in Doran, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 58.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Doran was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 80.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Doran, 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 Doran, Virginia?
Doran, Virginia has a population of 37 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Doran, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Doran — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Doran, VA?
The poverty rate in Doran is 32.4%. This means approximately 12 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Doran, Virginia?
Doran's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Doran, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Doran — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Doran, Virginia?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Doran hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.