Henry Fork, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Henry Fork, Virginia Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Henry Fork, Virginia had a total population of 805, the 415th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $70,150, which is 25% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.9%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.9% — among the lowest in Virginia.
Only 4.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.

Henry Fork Quick Facts

Population 805

Median Household Income $70,150

Median Home Value N/A

Poverty Rate 2.9%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 43.2 years

Homeownership Rate 53.1%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 4.5%

High School Graduation Rate 82.6%

Diversity Index 34/100

Population 805 415th of 681

Median Income $70,150 average

Poverty Rate 2.9% 77% lower than national

Median Home Value N/A

How Henry Fork 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	843	805	-4.5%
Median household income	$67,147	$70,150	+4.5%

How Henry Fork Compares

Median Household Income

Henry Fork

$70,150

$93,170

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

$383,700

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.1%

$25K-$50K 30.2%

$50K-$100K 55.5%

$100K+ 8.1%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.4%

$10K-$15K

0.0%

$15K-$20K

0.0%

$20K-$25K

2.7%

$25K-$30K

3.9%

$30K-$35K

10.8%

$35K-$40K

15.5%

$40K-$45K

0.0%

$45K-$50K

0.0%

$50K-$60K

1.0%

$60K-$75K

37.6%

$75K-$100K

17.0%

$100K-$125K

2.2%

$125K-$150K

4.4%

$150K-$200K

0.0%

$200K+

1.5%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3%|National: 5.2%

65.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 53.1%

Renter 46.9%

Median gross rent $613/mo 10.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

8.2%

18-34

31.2%

35-54

30.4%

55-74

27.7%

75+

2.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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+)

Henry Fork Rankings in Virginia

#415 Population of 681

#315 Median Income of 585

#614 Education of 680

N/A Home Value of 580

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Other Cities in Franklin County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Rocky Mount	4,950	$63,280	18.6%	$207,000
North Shore	3,638	$109,951	10.3%	$504,400
Westlake Corner	2,033	$95,000	5.8%	$499,000
Ferrum	1,774	$40,435	37.1%	$188,900
Union Hall	1,445	$103,125	4.4%	$694,100
Penhook	1,250	$108,750	0.4%	$543,000
Boones Mill	228	$75,972	4.0%	$208,300

Cities Similar to Henry Fork

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Springville	841	$70,117	N/A	13.2%	16.9%
Esmont	751	N/A	$205,700	19.7%	6.5%
Amelia Court House	746	$70,320	N/A	30.9%	40.1%
Fincastle	858	$72,609	$257,500	32.4%	22.1%
Belle Haven	836	$62,917	$183,000	24.6%	6.9%

A note before these figures: with a population of 805, Henry Fork's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.

Population Overview

Henry Fork is a small community located in Virginia, within Franklin County. The total population is 805. It ranks as the 415th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Henry Fork is 43.2 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 8.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Henry Fork is $70,150. This is 25% lower than the state median of $93,170. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.9%. This is 71% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Henry Fork, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 53.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% lower than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Henry Fork is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.3%. The Black or African American population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 18.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (18.3% vs 11.0%).

Education

4.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 89% 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 82.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Henry Fork, 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 Henry Fork, Virginia?

Henry Fork, Virginia has a population of 805 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Henry Fork, VA?

The median household income in Henry Fork is $70,150, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Henry Fork, VA?

The poverty rate in Henry Fork is 2.9%. This means approximately 23 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Henry Fork, Virginia?

Henry Fork's population is 79.4% White, 2.4% Black, 18.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Henry Fork, VA?

The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Henry Fork — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.

How educated is Henry Fork, Virginia?

4.5% of adults (25+) in Henry Fork hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.