Jarratt, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Jarratt, Virginia had a total population of 989, the 382nd largest town in Virginia, with a median household income of $61,671, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Jarratt Quick Facts
How Jarratt 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 | 888 | 989 | +11.4% |
| Median household income | $80,833 | $61,671 | -23.7% |
| Median home value | $157,200 | $216,700 | +37.8% |
How Jarratt 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+)
Jarratt Rankings in Virginia
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Cities Similar to Jarratt
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cana | 964 | $61,607 | $129,700 | 23.9% | 15.3% |
| Pembroke | 996 | $57,500 | $138,000 | 18.8% | 9.1% |
| Remington | 989 | $56,500 | $324,200 | 23.4% | 14.5% |
| Motley | 987 | $55,529 | $146,900 | 11.2% | 12.8% |
| Belview | 990 | $55,288 | N/A | 10.5% | 48.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 989, Jarratt'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
Jarratt is a small community located in Virginia, within Greensville County. The total population is 989. It ranks as the 382nd most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jarratt is 35.6 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Jarratt is $61,671. This is 34% lower than the state median of $93,170. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.4%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 7.4%. This is 75% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $216,700. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $383,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 66.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Jarratt is White (non-Hispanic), making up 58.8% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 40.0%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (40.0% vs 18.3%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 11.0%.
Education
36.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% 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 96.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Jarratt, 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 Jarratt, Virginia?
Jarratt, Virginia has a population of 989 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Jarratt, VA?
The median household income in Jarratt is $61,671, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Jarratt, VA?
The poverty rate in Jarratt is 10.4%. This means approximately 103 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Jarratt, Virginia?
Jarratt's population is 58.8% White, 40.0% Black, 0.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Jarratt, VA?
The median home value in Jarratt is $216,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Jarratt, Virginia?
36.3% of adults (25+) in Jarratt hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.