Lakeside, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lakeside, Virginia had a total population of 12,654, the 105th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $72,032, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.6%.
Lakeside Quick Facts
How Lakeside 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 | 12,845 | 12,654 | -1.5% |
| Median household income | $69,695 | $72,032 | +3.4% |
| Median home value | $271,400 | $288,200 | +6.2% |
How Lakeside 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Lakeside Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Henrico County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuckahoe | 49,183 | $102,264 | 7.4% | $462,800 |
| Short Pump | 29,026 | $138,845 | 3.6% | $568,900 |
| Laurel | 18,721 | $73,609 | 8.4% | $283,600 |
| Glen Allen | 17,551 | $92,723 | 3.6% | $357,200 |
| East Highland Park | 15,265 | $64,681 | 12.8% | $229,200 |
| Highland Springs | 14,296 | $57,599 | 19.0% | $227,300 |
| Wyndham | 12,099 | $235,250 | 1.2% | $703,000 |
| Innsbrook | 8,578 | $129,436 | 5.0% | $463,500 |
| Montrose | 8,285 | $49,550 | 19.9% | $194,100 |
| Dumbarton | 7,997 | $60,169 | 12.1% | $291,300 |
Cities Similar to Lakeside
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timberlake | 12,725 | $75,657 | $235,900 | 31.6% | 8.5% |
| Manchester | 12,445 | $80,296 | $317,000 | 39.7% | 12.7% |
| Stuarts Draft | 11,780 | $79,332 | $294,300 | 22.2% | 7.3% |
| Forest | 13,430 | $81,552 | $319,800 | 45.6% | 9.6% |
| Gloucester Point | 11,109 | $74,001 | $320,700 | 23.6% | 7.5% |
Population Overview
Lakeside is a small city located in Virginia, within Henrico County. The total population is 12,654. It ranks as the 105th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lakeside is 36.4 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lakeside is $72,032. This is 23% lower than the state median of $93,170. It is also 11% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.8%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 62% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $288,200. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $383,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 65.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lakeside is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 17.6%. The Asian population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 6.9%.
Education
39.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% 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 91.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lakeside, 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 Lakeside, Virginia?
Lakeside, Virginia has a population of 12,654 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lakeside, VA?
The median household income in Lakeside is $72,032, which is 11% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lakeside, VA?
The poverty rate in Lakeside is 11.8%. This means approximately 1,482 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lakeside, Virginia?
Lakeside's population is 63.7% White, 17.6% Black, 10.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lakeside, VA?
The median home value in Lakeside is $288,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.
How educated is Lakeside, Virginia?
39.5% of adults (25+) in Lakeside hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.