Halifax County, Virginia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Halifax County is located in Virginia with a total population of 33,811. It is the 51st most populous county out of 133 in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Halifax County is 46.7 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. 11.0% 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 Halifax County is $49,244. This is 46% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 37% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.9%. This is 81% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $148,900. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 70.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Halifax County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 34.7%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (34.7% vs 18.4%). The Hispanic or Latino population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

18.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 56% 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 81.6%.