Lynchburg city, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lynchburg city, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Lynchburg city, Virginia has a total population of 79,255, the 12th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $59,808, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.4%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Lynchburg city Quick Facts

Population 79,255

Median Household Income $59,808

Median Home Value $211,800

Poverty Rate 17.4%

Unemployment Rate 5.0%

Median Age 28.4 years

Homeownership Rate 49.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 38.5%

High School Graduation Rate 90.4%

Diversity Index 55/100

Population 79,255 12th of 681

Median Income $59,808 below average

Poverty Rate 17.4% 40% higher national

Median Home Value $211,800 average

How Lynchburg city Compares

Median Household Income

Lynchburg city

$59,808

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lynchburg city

$211,800

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 19.0%

$25K-$50K 24.1%

$50K-$100K 30.7%

$100K+ 26.1%

Employment

5.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

59.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 49.1%

Renter 50.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.3%

18-34

39.1%

35-54

17.6%

55-74

17.6%

75+

6.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

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

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Lynchburg city Rankings in Virginia

#12 Population of 681

#366 Median Income of 681

#222 Education of 681

#351 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Lynchburg city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Portsmouth city	97,299	$58,972	$229,400	23.2%	17.6%
Roanoke city	98,677	$52,671	$180,500	28.9%	19.7%
Suffolk city	96,638	$90,089	$329,600	32.4%	9.9%
Dale City CDP	72,793	$113,245	$400,100	33.0%	6.7%
Harrisonburg city	51,492	$59,752	$278,200	36.7%	25.6%

Population Overview

Lynchburg city is a mid-sized community located in Virginia, within Lynchburg city. The total population is 79,255. It ranks as the 12th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lynchburg city is 28.4 years. This is 27% lower than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lynchburg city is $59,808. This is 34% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 24% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.4%. This is 75% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 17% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $211,800. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 49.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lynchburg city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 60.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 27.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

38.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% 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 90.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Lynchburg city, 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 Lynchburg city, Virginia?

Lynchburg city, Virginia has a population of 79,255 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Lynchburg city, VA?

The median household income in Lynchburg city is $59,808, which is 24% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Lynchburg city, VA?

The poverty rate in Lynchburg city is 17.4%. This means approximately 11,939 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Lynchburg city, Virginia?

Lynchburg city's population is 60.6% White, 27.4% Black, 5.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Lynchburg city, VA?

The median home value in Lynchburg city is $211,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Lynchburg city, Virginia?

38.5% of adults (25+) in Lynchburg city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.