Gordonsville town, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Gordonsville town, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Gordonsville town, Virginia has a total population of 1,527, the 317th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $70,179, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.6%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.

Gordonsville town Quick Facts

Population 1,527

Median Household Income $70,179

Median Home Value $267,200

Poverty Rate 17.6%

Unemployment Rate 1.9%

Median Age 36.9 years

Homeownership Rate 54.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.8%

High School Graduation Rate 90.3%

Diversity Index 37/100

Population 1,527 317th of 681

Median Income $70,179 average

Poverty Rate 17.6% 42% higher national

Median Home Value $267,200 average

How Gordonsville town Compares

Median Household Income

Gordonsville town

$70,179

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Gordonsville town

$267,200

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.0%

$25K-$50K 19.4%

$50K-$100K 28.2%

$100K+ 30.4%

Employment

1.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

64.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 54.8%

Renter 45.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.6%

18-34

21.6%

35-54

24.2%

55-74

28.4%

75+

5.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

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+)

Gordonsville town Rankings in Virginia

#317 Population of 681

#298 Median Income of 681

#403 Education of 681

#272 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Gordonsville town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Camp Barrett CDP	1,569	N/A	N/A	80.9%	N/A
Boswell's Corner CDP	1,459	N/A	N/A	11.0%	7.8%
Bowling Green town	1,455	$69,352	$307,100	19.1%	10.8%
Benns Church CDP	1,443	$69,598	$240,200	14.9%	6.1%
Basye CDP	1,416	$69,881	$272,500	34.0%	9.1%

Population Overview

Gordonsville town is a small community located in Virginia. The total population is 1,527. It ranks as the 317th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Gordonsville town is 36.9 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Gordonsville town is $70,179. This is 23% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 11% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.6%. This is 78% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 56% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $267,200. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 54.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Gordonsville town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 14.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 10.7%.

Education

20.8% 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 90.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Gordonsville 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 Gordonsville town, Virginia?

Gordonsville town, Virginia has a population of 1,527 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Gordonsville town is $70,179, which is 11% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Gordonsville town, VA?

The poverty rate in Gordonsville town is 17.6%. This means approximately 268 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Gordonsville town, Virginia?

Gordonsville town's population is 77.8% White, 14.9% Black, 2.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Gordonsville town is $267,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is Gordonsville town, Virginia?

20.8% of adults (25+) in Gordonsville town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.