Goochland County, Virginia Demographics 2026
Goochland County, Virginia has a population of 26,410, the 67th most populous county in Virginia. The median household income is $118,931 and the median home value is $500,600. The poverty rate is 5.1%.
Goochland County Quick Facts
How Goochland County 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 | 25,613 | 26,410 | +3.1% |
| Median household income | $118,695 | $118,931 | +0.2% |
| Median home value | $483,700 | $500,600 | +3.5% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 77.6%
- Black: 13.7%
- Hispanic: 3.8%
- Asian: 1.9%
- Other: 0.1%
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < HS: 4.6%
- HS Diploma: 22.9%
- Some College: 18.5%
- Associate's: 8.2%
- Bachelor's: 26.0%
- Graduate+: 19.8%
Cities & Places in Goochland County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goochland | 1,182 | N/A | 3.4% | $485,700 |
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Population Overview
Goochland County is located in Virginia with a total population of 26,410. It is the 67th most populous county out of 133 in Virginia. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.
Age Demographics
The median age in Goochland County is 50.5 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 10.1% 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 Goochland County is $118,931. This is 28% higher than the state median of $93,170. It is also 47% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.1%. This is 48% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.7%. This is 61% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $500,600. Housing costs are 30% higher than the state median of $383,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 84.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 26% higher than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Goochland County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 13.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Asian population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 6.9%.
Education
45.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% 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 95.4%. Notably, 19.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Goochland County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Virginia and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Goochland County, Virginia?
Goochland County has a population of 26,410, making it the 67th most populous county in Virginia.
What is the median income in Goochland County?
The median household income in Goochland County is $118,931 with a poverty rate of 5.1%.
How many cities are in Goochland County, Virginia?
Goochland County contains 1 Census-designated place.