Falls Mills, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Falls Mills, Virginia had a total population of 96, the 623rd largest community in Virginia. The poverty rate is 57.3%.
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 (57.3%), 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%.
Falls Mills Quick Facts
How Falls Mills 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 | 97 | 96 | -1.0% |
How Falls Mills Compares
Median Household Income
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Employment
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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+)
Falls Mills 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 Falls Mills
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | 96 | N/A | N/A | 27.1% | 0.0% |
| Deep Creek | 95 | $2,499 | N/A | 0.0% | 67.4% |
| Ebony | 95 | N/A | N/A | 30.2% | 16.8% |
| Locust Mount | 95 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 33.7% |
| Heathsville | 98 | $11,597 | N/A | 0.0% | 86.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 96, Falls Mills'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
Falls Mills is a small community located in Virginia, within Tazewell County. The total population is 96. It ranks as the 623rd most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Falls Mills is 61.3 years. This is 57% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 8.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 57.3%. This is 479% 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 Falls Mills, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Falls Mills 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 58.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Falls Mills, 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 Falls Mills, Virginia?
Falls Mills, Virginia has a population of 96 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Falls Mills, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Falls Mills — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Falls Mills, VA?
The poverty rate in Falls Mills is 57.3%. This means approximately 55 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Falls Mills, Virginia?
Falls Mills's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Falls Mills, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Falls Mills — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Falls Mills, Virginia?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Falls Mills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.