Louisa town, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Louisa town, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Louisa town, Virginia has a total population of 2,249, the 270th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $55,202, which is 39% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 15.2%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 39% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Louisa town Quick Facts

Population 2,249

Median Household Income $55,202

Median Home Value $308,200

Poverty Rate 15.2%

Unemployment Rate 3.1%

Median Age 41.1 years

Homeownership Rate 39.6%

Affordability Ratio 5.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 32.0%

High School Graduation Rate 85.5%

Diversity Index 53/100

Population 2,249 270th of 681

Median Income $55,202 below average

Poverty Rate 15.2% 22% higher national

Median Home Value $308,200 above average

How Louisa town Compares

Median Household Income

Louisa town

$55,202

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Louisa town

$308,200

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.3%

$25K-$50K 25.5%

$50K-$100K 24.3%

$100K+ 29.0%

Employment

3.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

59.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 39.6%

Renter 60.4%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.5%

18-34

20.2%

35-54

28.1%

55-74

20.5%

75+

10.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Louisa town Rankings in Virginia

#270 Population of 681

#402 Median Income of 681

#279 Education of 681

#226 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Louisa town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Horse Pasture CDP	2,193	$57,637	$119,200	16.2%	20.5%
Mount Jackson town	2,048	$55,521	$170,300	13.0%	14.0%
Weyers Cave CDP	2,243	$66,882	$280,900	36.3%	1.3%
Matoaca CDP	2,448	$57,445	$205,100	29.8%	9.0%
Chilhowie town	2,462	$53,250	$158,600	26.4%	12.0%

Population Overview

Louisa town is a small community located in Virginia. The total population is 2,249. It ranks as the 270th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Louisa town is 41.1 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. 10.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Louisa town is $55,202. This is 39% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 30% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.2%. This is 53% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.1%. This is 28% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $308,200. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x. 39.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Louisa town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 63.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 24.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.6%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

32.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 23% lower 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 85.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Louisa town, 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 Louisa town, Virginia?

Louisa town, Virginia has a population of 2,249 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Louisa town, VA?

The median household income in Louisa town is $55,202, which is 30% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Louisa town, VA?

The poverty rate in Louisa town is 15.2%. This means approximately 326 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Louisa town, Virginia?

Louisa town's population is 63.5% White, 24.8% Black, 4.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Louisa town, VA?

The median home value in Louisa town is $308,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x.

How educated is Louisa town, Virginia?

32.0% of adults (25+) in Louisa town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.