Hampden-Sydney, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hampden-Sydney, Virginia had a total population of 1,769, the 298th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $154,565, which is 66% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 66% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Virginia.
Hampden-Sydney Quick Facts
How Hampden-Sydney 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 | 1,942 | 1,769 | -8.9% |
| Median household income | $148,846 | $154,565 | +3.8% |
How Hampden-Sydney 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+)
Hampden-Sydney Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Prince Edward County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmville | 7,774 | $40,966 | 20.3% | $238,900 |
| Pamplin City | 275 | $68,750 | 6.9% | $124,200 |
Cities Similar to Hampden-Sydney
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camp Barrett | 1,681 | N/A | N/A | 54.8% | N/A |
| Apple Mountain Lake | 1,671 | $131,799 | $369,700 | 36.8% | 3.2% |
| Haymarket | 1,580 | $173,750 | $580,800 | 53.4% | 3.2% |
| Nellysford | 1,584 | $136,442 | $552,600 | 69.2% | 10.4% |
| Mason Neck | 2,039 | $167,857 | $818,300 | 51.8% | 1.1% |
Population Overview
Hampden-Sydney is a small community located in Virginia, within Prince Edward County. The total population is 1,769. It ranks as the 298th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hampden-Sydney is 20.5 years. This is 47% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 3.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hampden-Sydney is $154,565. This is 66% higher than the state median of $93,170. It is also 91% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Hampden-Sydney. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 15% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. 94.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% higher than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Hampden-Sydney is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 13.9%.
Education
40.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 42.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample. Notably, 30.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hampden-Sydney, 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 Hampden-Sydney, Virginia?
Hampden-Sydney, Virginia has a population of 1,769 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hampden-Sydney, VA?
The median household income in Hampden-Sydney is $154,565, which is 91% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hampden-Sydney, VA?
The ACS sample for Hampden-Sydney recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Hampden-Sydney, Virginia?
Hampden-Sydney's population is 73.5% White, 13.9% Black, 5.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hampden-Sydney, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Hampden-Sydney — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Hampden-Sydney, Virginia?
40.8% of adults (25+) in Hampden-Sydney hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 30.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.