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Fishersville, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fishersville, Virginia had a total population of 9,484, the 134th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $83,671, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.7%.

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

Fishersville Quick Facts

Population 9,484
Median Household Income $83,671
Median Home Value $348,900
Poverty Rate 14.7%
Unemployment Rate 3.7%
Median Age 42.4 years
Homeownership Rate 66.2%
Affordability Ratio 4.2x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 34.9%
High School Graduation Rate 94.3%
Diversity Index 33/100
Population 9,484 134th of 681
Median Income $83,671 average
Poverty Rate 14.7% 18% higher than national
Median Home Value $348,900 above average

How Fishersville 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
Population9,5469,484-0.6%
Median household income$81,190$83,671+3.1%
Median home value$322,700$348,900+8.1%

How Fishersville Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 14.8%
$25K-$50K 19.1%
$50K-$100K 23.2%
$100K+ 42.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.0%
$10K-$15K
6.4%
$15K-$20K
4.7%
$20K-$25K
1.7%
$25K-$30K
0.7%
$30K-$35K
3.5%
$35K-$40K
9.3%
$40K-$45K
2.5%
$45K-$50K
3.2%
$50K-$60K
6.7%
$60K-$75K
5.2%
$75K-$100K
11.3%
$100K-$125K
13.5%
$125K-$150K
7.5%
$150K-$200K
13.4%
$200K+
8.5%

Employment

3.7% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3%|National: 5.2%
56.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 66.2%
Renter 33.8%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.2x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,483/mo 21.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

33out of 100
Low Diversity

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

State average: 61 | National average: 61

Education

Fishersville Rankings in Virginia

#134 Population of 681
#244 Median Income of 585
#261 Education of 680
#214 Home Value of 580

Other Cities in Augusta County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Stuarts Draft 11,780 $79,332 7.3% $294,300
Verona 4,165 $74,000 5.6% $256,200
Weyers Cave 2,744 $97,791 1.6% $283,800
Dooms 1,454 $87,292 1.2% $274,100
Lyndhurst 1,309 $76,111 1.1% $251,900
Crimora 1,252 $83,158 9.0% $204,800
Harriston 1,212 $93,250 8.3% $183,700
Greenville 1,183 $41,691 2.2% $199,200
Craigsville 1,104 $39,609 29.2% $176,900
Jolivue 1,075 $38,214 4.0% $273,500

Cities Similar to Fishersville

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Seven Corners9,371$77,400$318,70035.0%17.8%
Fort Lee8,993$82,563N/A33.0%2.5%
Warrenton10,176$83,331$478,30046.1%9.7%
Rockwood10,010$97,992$354,40049.0%4.7%
Yorkshire9,782$112,829$451,00027.3%17.8%

Population Overview

Fishersville is a small city located in Virginia, within Augusta County. The total population is 9,484. It ranks as the 134th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fishersville is 42.4 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 10.8% 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 Fishersville is $83,671. This is 10% lower than the state median of $93,170. It is also 4% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.7%. This is 49% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $348,900. Housing costs are 9% lower than the state median of $383,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 66.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Fishersville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 81.2% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.3%. The Black or African American population (8.3%) is well below the state average of 18.3%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 6.9%.

Education

34.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% lower 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 94.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Fishersville, 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 Fishersville, Virginia?

Fishersville, Virginia has a population of 9,484 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Fishersville, VA?

The median household income in Fishersville is $83,671, which is 4% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Fishersville, VA?

The poverty rate in Fishersville is 14.7%. This means approximately 1,335 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Fishersville, Virginia?

Fishersville's population is 81.2% White, 8.3% Black, 7.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Fishersville, VA?

The median home value in Fishersville is $348,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

How educated is Fishersville, Virginia?

34.9% of adults (25+) in Fishersville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.