Horntown, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Horntown, Virginia had a total population of 466, the 490th largest community in Virginia. The poverty rate is 48.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (48.5%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Horntown Quick Facts
How Horntown 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 | 479 | 466 | -2.7% |
| Median home value | $138,000 | $144,500 | +4.7% |
How Horntown 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
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+)
Horntown Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Accomack County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chincoteague | 3,296 | $62,917 | 10.2% | $349,500 |
| Captains Cove | 1,542 | $110,156 | 0.0% | $267,700 |
| Wattsville | 1,439 | $69,380 | 8.1% | $184,700 |
| Onancock | 1,433 | $54,500 | 21.3% | $294,400 |
| Accomac | 948 | $45,986 | 9.6% | $251,500 |
| Parksley | 867 | $76,875 | 5.2% | $163,100 |
| Pastoria | 863 | $46,884 | 6.6% | $116,200 |
| Belle Haven | 836 | $62,917 | 6.9% | $183,000 |
| Onley | 678 | $57,837 | 8.6% | $323,100 |
| Nelsonia | 608 | $88,685 | 12.7% | $136,200 |
Cities Similar to Horntown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melfa | 468 | $28,958 | $174,300 | 28.0% | 24.6% |
| Shipman | 472 | $49,301 | $234,700 | 6.6% | 21.0% |
| Dillwyn | 459 | $52,794 | $150,000 | 21.6% | 6.9% |
| North Garden | 475 | $108,258 | $553,600 | 34.9% | 4.1% |
| Troutville | 475 | $63,750 | $221,000 | 19.1% | 5.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 466, Horntown'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
Horntown is a small community located in Virginia, within Accomack County. The total population is 466. It ranks as the 490th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Horntown is 65.6 years. This is 68% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 14.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 48.5%. This is 390% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Horntown, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $144,500. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $383,700. 76.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Horntown is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 15.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
27.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 36% 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 85.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Horntown, 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 Horntown, Virginia?
Horntown, Virginia has a population of 466 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Horntown, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Horntown — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Horntown, VA?
The poverty rate in Horntown is 48.5%. This means approximately 226 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Horntown, Virginia?
Horntown's population is 77.5% White, 15.0% Black, 0.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Horntown, VA?
The median home value in Horntown is $144,500.
How educated is Horntown, Virginia?
27.0% of adults (25+) in Horntown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.