Gate City town, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Gate City town, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Gate City town, Virginia has a total population of 1,939, the 291st largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $37,188, which is 59% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.4%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 59% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.

Gate City town Quick Facts

Population 1,939

Median Household Income $37,188

Median Home Value $158,400

Poverty Rate 15.4%

Unemployment Rate 2.3%

Median Age 42.0 years

Homeownership Rate 72.8%

Affordability Ratio 4.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 32.0%

High School Graduation Rate 93.7%

Diversity Index 17/100

Population 1,939 291st of 681

Median Income $37,188 bottom 10%

Poverty Rate 15.4% 24% higher national

Median Home Value $158,400 bottom 30%

How Gate City town Compares

Median Household Income

Gate City town

$37,188

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Gate City town

$158,400

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 37.7%

$25K-$50K 19.0%

$50K-$100K 20.8%

$100K+ 22.4%

Employment

2.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

52.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.8%

Renter 27.2%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.2%

18-34

25.2%

35-54

17.8%

55-74

30.2%

75+

8.5%

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+)

Gate City town Rankings in Virginia

#291 Population of 681

#535 Median Income of 681

#280 Education of 681

#438 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Gate City town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Victoria town	1,844	$38,021	$123,100	13.2%	22.4%
Raven CDP	1,826	$36,063	$87,900	17.3%	31.7%
Patrick Springs CDP	2,094	$41,532	$104,700	15.8%	8.2%
Tappahannock town	1,865	$44,896	$204,200	20.5%	32.0%
Exmore town	1,742	$34,773	$162,200	15.7%	25.3%

Population Overview

Gate City town is a small community located in Virginia. The total population is 1,939. It ranks as the 291st most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Gate City town is 42.0 years. This is 8% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Gate City town is $37,188. This is 59% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 53% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.4%. This is 56% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $158,400. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 72.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Gate City town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (90.8% vs 59.0%). The Black or African American population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 18.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 10.7%.

Education

32.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% 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 93.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Gate City 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 Gate City town, Virginia?

Gate City town, Virginia has a population of 1,939 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Gate City town, VA?

The median household income in Gate City town is $37,188, which is 53% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Gate City town, VA?

The poverty rate in Gate City town is 15.4%. This means approximately 297 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Gate City town, Virginia?

Gate City town's population is 90.8% White, 2.5% Black, 3.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Gate City town, VA?

The median home value in Gate City town is $158,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is Gate City town, Virginia?

32.0% of adults (25+) in Gate City town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.