Gloucester Point, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Gloucester Point, Virginia had a total population of 11,109, the 118th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $74,001, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Gloucester Point Quick Facts
How Gloucester Point 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 | 11,159 | 11,109 | -0.4% |
| Median household income | $71,589 | $74,001 | +3.4% |
| Median home value | $286,500 | $320,700 | +11.9% |
How Gloucester Point Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Gloucester Point Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Gloucester County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Courthouse | 3,336 | $75,341 | 8.3% | $381,500 |
Cities Similar to Gloucester Point
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stuarts Draft | 11,780 | $79,332 | $294,300 | 22.2% | 7.3% |
| Lakeside | 12,654 | $72,032 | $288,200 | 39.5% | 11.8% |
| Timberlake | 12,725 | $75,657 | $235,900 | 31.6% | 8.5% |
| Warrenton | 10,176 | $83,331 | $478,300 | 46.1% | 9.7% |
| Manchester | 12,445 | $80,296 | $317,000 | 39.7% | 12.7% |
Population Overview
Gloucester Point is a small city located in Virginia, within Gloucester County. The total population is 11,109. It ranks as the 118th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Gloucester Point is 41.4 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Gloucester Point is $74,001. This is 21% lower than the state median of $93,170. It is also 8% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.5%. This is 24% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $320,700. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $383,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 67.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Gloucester Point is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.9% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 13.3%. The Asian population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 6.9%.
Education
23.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% 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 89.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Gloucester Point, 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 Gloucester Point, Virginia?
Gloucester Point, Virginia has a population of 11,109 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Gloucester Point, VA?
The median household income in Gloucester Point is $74,001, which is 8% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Gloucester Point, VA?
The poverty rate in Gloucester Point is 7.5%. This means approximately 836 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Gloucester Point, Virginia?
Gloucester Point's population is 74.9% White, 13.3% Black, 6.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Gloucester Point, VA?
The median home value in Gloucester Point is $320,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.
How educated is Gloucester Point, Virginia?
23.6% of adults (25+) in Gloucester Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.