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Falmouth, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Highly DiverseNo single racial/ethnic group makes up a majority of the population

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Falmouth, Virginia had a total population of 5,216, the 196th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $111,977, which is 20% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Falmouth Quick Facts

Population 5,216
Median Household Income $111,977
Median Home Value $438,200
Poverty Rate 7.2%
Unemployment Rate 3.4%
Median Age 37.5 years
Homeownership Rate 77.3%
Affordability Ratio 3.9x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 45.7%
High School Graduation Rate 94.0%
Diversity Index 68/100
Population 5,216 196th of 681
Median Income $111,977 top 30%
Poverty Rate 7.2% 42% lower than national
Median Home Value $438,200 top 30%

How Falmouth Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population5,0365,216+3.6%
Median household income$125,305$111,977-10.6%
Median home value$422,500$438,200+3.7%

How Falmouth Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.1%
$25K-$50K 11.9%
$50K-$100K 19.6%
$100K+ 62.4%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
3.5%
$10K-$15K
1.6%
$15K-$20K
0.4%
$20K-$25K
0.5%
$25K-$30K
0.5%
$30K-$35K
2.9%
$35K-$40K
0.8%
$40K-$45K
2.1%
$45K-$50K
5.6%
$50K-$60K
6.9%
$60K-$75K
4.1%
$75K-$100K
8.6%
$100K-$125K
15.0%
$125K-$150K
6.0%
$150K-$200K
16.2%
$200K+
25.3%

Employment

3.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3%|National: 5.2%
67.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 77.3%
Renter 22.7%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.9x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,873/mo 20.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

68out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 61 | National average: 61

Education

Falmouth Rankings in Virginia

#196 Population of 681
#146 Median Income of 585
#181 Education of 680
#155 Home Value of 580

Other Cities in Stafford County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Aquia Harbour 7,481 $152,708 4.8% $461,000
Stafford Courthouse 5,839 $127,849 2.8% $548,000
Southern Gateway 2,771 $95,227 7.8% $344,600
Camp Barrett 1,681 N/A N/A N/A
Boswell's Corner 1,239 N/A 3.9% N/A

Cities Similar to Falmouth

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Bealeton5,034$108,224$388,40025.0%1.6%
Dulles Town Center5,464$125,941$606,50061.0%4.6%
Potomac Mills5,741$104,545$582,70041.1%15.3%
Loch Lomond4,606$113,790$442,3008.6%4.2%
King George4,851$98,622$380,50030.9%8.8%

Population Overview

Falmouth is a small city located in Virginia, within Stafford County. The total population is 5,216. It ranks as the 196th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Falmouth is 37.5 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Falmouth is $111,977. This is 20% higher than the state median of $93,170. It is also 39% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.2%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 19% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $438,200. Housing costs are 14% higher than the state median of $383,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 77.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Falmouth is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Black or African American residents account for 27.6%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (27.6% vs 18.3%). The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (20.1% vs 11.0%). The Asian population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 6.9%.

Education

45.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% higher than the state rate of 42.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.0%. Notably, 23.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Falmouth, 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 Falmouth, Virginia?

Falmouth, Virginia has a population of 5,216 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Falmouth, VA?

The median household income in Falmouth is $111,977, which is 39% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Falmouth, VA?

The poverty rate in Falmouth is 7.2%. This means approximately 376 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Falmouth, Virginia?

Falmouth's population is 44.6% White, 27.6% Black, 20.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Falmouth, VA?

The median home value in Falmouth is $438,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Falmouth, Virginia?

45.7% of adults (25+) in Falmouth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 23.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.