Idylwood CDP, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Idylwood CDP, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Idylwood CDP, Virginia has a total population of 17,469, the 75th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $118,443, which is 30% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.7%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 30% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Virginia.
One of the most racially diverse communities in Virginia (diversity index: 70/100).
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.3%.

Idylwood CDP Quick Facts

Population 17,469

Median Household Income $118,443

Median Home Value $708,400

Poverty Rate 5.7%

Unemployment Rate 2.3%

Median Age 37.6 years

Homeownership Rate 54.5%

Affordability Ratio 6.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 61.9%

High School Graduation Rate 89.2%

Diversity Index 70/100

Population 17,469 75th of 681

Median Income $118,443 top 30%

Poverty Rate 5.7% 54% lower national

Median Home Value $708,400 top 10%

How Idylwood CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Idylwood CDP

$118,443

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Idylwood CDP

$708,400

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.7%

$25K-$50K 10.0%

$50K-$100K 26.3%

$100K+ 57.0%

Employment

2.3% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

74.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 54.5%

Renter 45.5%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.0x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.3%

18-34

21.3%

35-54

33.5%

55-74

15.5%

75+

5.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very High Diversity

This community is exceptionally diverse, with no single racial or ethnic group dominating the population.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Idylwood CDP Rankings in Virginia

#75 Population of 681

#127 Median Income of 681

#98 Education of 681

#46 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Idylwood CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Bon Air CDP	17,302	$97,620	$329,200	54.0%	6.2%
Manassas Park city	16,923	$100,668	$381,200	25.5%	5.8%
Kingstowne CDP	17,436	$150,114	$613,300	69.2%	4.3%
Midlothian CDP	18,702	$105,927	$381,600	58.7%	3.1%
Burke Centre CDP	17,447	$159,932	$615,400	66.5%	3.5%

Population Overview

Idylwood CDP is a small city located in Virginia. The total population is 17,469. It ranks as the 75th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Idylwood CDP is 37.6 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Idylwood CDP is $118,443. This is 30% higher than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 51% higher. The poverty rate stands at 5.7%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $708,400. Housing costs are 96% higher than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.0x. 54.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Idylwood CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 46.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 20.8%. The Black or African American population (7.4%) is well below the state average of 18.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (20.8% vs 10.7%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (19.2% vs 6.8%).

Education

61.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% higher 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 89.2%. Notably, 34.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Idylwood CDP, 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 Idylwood CDP, Virginia?

Idylwood CDP, Virginia has a population of 17,469 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Idylwood CDP, VA?

The median household income in Idylwood CDP is $118,443, which is 51% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Idylwood CDP, VA?

The poverty rate in Idylwood CDP is 5.7%. This means approximately 984 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Idylwood CDP, Virginia?

Idylwood CDP's population is 46.2% White, 7.4% Black, 20.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 19.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Idylwood CDP, VA?

The median home value in Idylwood CDP is $708,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.0x.

How educated is Idylwood CDP, Virginia?

61.9% of adults (25+) in Idylwood CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 34.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.