Fries town, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Fries town, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Fries town, Virginia has a total population of 286, the 538th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $29,853, which is 67% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 67% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Unemployment rate of 9.8% is notably above the national average.

Fries town Quick Facts

Population 286

Median Household Income $29,853

Median Home Value $104,200

Poverty Rate 13.3%

Unemployment Rate 9.8%

Median Age 65.8 years

Homeownership Rate 82.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.9%

High School Graduation Rate 86.3%

Diversity Index 7/100

Population 286 538th of 681

Median Income $29,853 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 13.3% 7% higher national

Median Home Value $104,200 bottom 10%

How Fries town Compares

Median Household Income

Fries town

$29,853

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Fries town

$104,200

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 35.5%

$25K-$50K 26.3%

$50K-$100K 18.4%

$100K+ 19.7%

Employment

9.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

43.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.2%

Renter 17.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

10.1%

18-34

13.6%

35-54

11.2%

55-74

45.1%

75+

19.9%

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+)

Fries town Rankings in Virginia

#538 Population of 681

#558 Median Income of 681

#402 Education of 681

#539 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Fries town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Cumberland CDP	291	N/A	$140,300	25.4%	22.3%
Keokee CDP	294	N/A	N/A	3.3%	7.9%
Dungannon town	278	N/A	$78,500	19.9%	50.8%
Moneta CDP	301	N/A	$302,700	30.3%	24.3%
Fairview CDP	271	N/A	N/A	9.2%	36.0%

Population Overview

Fries town is a small community located in Virginia. The total population is 286. It ranks as the 538th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Fries town is 65.8 years. This is 70% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. Only 10.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 19.9% 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 Fries town is $29,853. This is 67% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 62% lower. The poverty rate stands at 13.3%. This is 34% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 9.8%. This is 128% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $104,200. Housing costs are 71% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 82.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Fries town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (96.5% vs 59.0%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 10.7%.

Education

20.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 86.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Fries 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 Fries town, Virginia?

Fries town, Virginia has a population of 286 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Fries town is $29,853, which is 62% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Fries town, VA?

The poverty rate in Fries town is 13.3%. This means approximately 38 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Fries town, Virginia?

Fries town's population is 96.5% White, 0.0% Black, 3.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Fries town is $104,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Fries town, Virginia?

20.9% of adults (25+) in Fries town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.