Independent Hill, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Independent Hill, Virginia Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Independent Hill, Virginia had a total population of 10,853, the 121st largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $204,886, which is 120% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 1.5%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 120% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Virginia.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 1.5% — among the lowest in Virginia.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.

Independent Hill Quick Facts

Population 10,853

Median Household Income $204,886

Median Home Value $674,300

Poverty Rate 1.5%

Unemployment Rate 2.1%

Median Age 38.0 years

Homeownership Rate 96.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 51.5%

High School Graduation Rate 94.9%

Diversity Index 66/100

Population 10,853 121st of 681

Median Income $204,886 top 10%

Poverty Rate 1.5% 88% lower than national

Median Home Value $674,300 top 20%

How Independent Hill 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	10,217	10,853	+6.2%
Median household income	$204,500	$204,886	+0.2%
Median home value	$646,000	$674,300	+4.4%

How Independent Hill Compares

Median Household Income

Independent Hill

$204,886

$93,170

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Independent Hill

$674,300

$383,700

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 1.8%

$25K-$50K 4.7%

$50K-$100K 11.3%

$100K+ 82.2%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

0.0%

$10K-$15K

0.4%

$15K-$20K

0.7%

$20K-$25K

0.8%

$25K-$30K

0.0%

$30K-$35K

1.3%

$35K-$40K

2.4%

$40K-$45K

0.2%

$45K-$50K

0.8%

$50K-$60K

2.3%

$60K-$75K

3.0%

$75K-$100K

6.0%

$100K-$125K

9.3%

$125K-$150K

7.3%

$150K-$200K

14.5%

$200K+

51.1%

Employment

2.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3%|National: 5.2%

71.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 96.1%

Renter 3.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.3x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,295/mo 13.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

29.6%

18-34

17.3%

35-54

31.9%

55-74

18.7%

75+

2.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 61 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Independent Hill Rankings in Virginia

#121 Population of 681

#32 Median Income of 585

#143 Education of 680

#66 Home Value of 580

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Other Cities in Prince William County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Dale City	71,016	$111,994	7.0%	$425,500
Lake Ridge	46,049	$127,154	5.8%	$471,200
Woodbridge	43,945	$104,741	9.0%	$422,400
Linton Hall	41,876	$178,915	2.2%	$617,000
Cherry Hill	26,044	$122,447	8.6%	$492,500
Montclair	22,387	$155,774	3.8%	$577,800
Leesylvania	21,632	$132,524	4.4%	$531,500
Buckhall	21,602	$180,021	6.0%	$635,500
Sudley	19,162	$94,309	10.2%	$424,800
Gainesville	18,196	$174,410	4.0%	$712,600

Cities Similar to Independent Hill

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lowes Island	11,018	$220,833	$793,200	76.1%	1.6%
Loudoun Valley Estates	10,271	$224,704	$814,200	79.4%	4.0%
Dranesville	11,828	$214,688	$744,500	75.2%	2.8%
New Baltimore	11,919	$189,327	$698,000	59.8%	4.0%
Fairfax Station	12,566	$212,224	$897,000	74.5%	1.7%

Population Overview

Independent Hill is a small city located in Virginia, within Prince William County. The total population is 10,853. It ranks as the 121st most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Independent Hill is 38.0 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 29.6% of the population under 18, Independent Hill has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Independent Hill is $204,886. This is 120% higher than the state median of $93,170. It is also 154% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 1.5%. This is 85% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 51% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $674,300. Housing costs are 76% higher than the state median of $383,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 96.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Independent Hill is White (non-Hispanic), making up 52.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 19.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (19.6% vs 11.0%).

Education

51.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% higher 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 94.9%. Notably, 21.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Independent Hill, 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 Independent Hill, Virginia?

Independent Hill, Virginia has a population of 10,853 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Independent Hill, VA?

The median household income in Independent Hill is $204,886, which is 154% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Independent Hill, VA?

The poverty rate in Independent Hill is 1.5%. This means approximately 162 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Independent Hill, Virginia?

Independent Hill's population is 52.4% White, 12.9% Black, 19.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 8.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Independent Hill, VA?

The median home value in Independent Hill is $674,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

How educated is Independent Hill, Virginia?

51.5% of adults (25+) in Independent Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 21.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.