Mecklenburg County, Virginia Demographics 2026
Mecklenburg County, Virginia has a population of 30,431, the 58th most populous county in Virginia. The median household income is $51,691 and the median home value is $169,400. The poverty rate is 17.4%.
Mecklenburg County Quick Facts
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: 60 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Mecklenburg County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Hill | 4,737 | $58,633 | 19.7% | $182,100 |
| Chase City | 2,530 | $51,840 | 10.4% | $115,400 |
| Bracey | 1,243 | $68,333 | 2.0% | $191,100 |
| La Crosse | 530 | $35,938 | 35.2% | $105,000 |
| Brodnax | 350 | $79,375 | 6.0% | $112,500 |
| Fairview | 271 | N/A | 36.0% | N/A |
| Boydton | 251 | $55,000 | 8.8% | $156,300 |
| Baskerville | 202 | N/A | 63.9% | N/A |
| Union Level | 95 | N/A | 31.6% | N/A |
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Population Overview
Mecklenburg County is located in Virginia with a total population of 30,431. It is the 58th most populous county out of 133 in Virginia. The county encompasses 9 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mecklenburg County is 48.8 years. This is 26% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. 11.1% 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 Mecklenburg County is $51,691. This is 43% lower than the state median of $90,974. It is also 34% lower than the national median of $78,538. The poverty rate stands at 17.4%. This is 75% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $169,400. Housing costs are 53% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 71.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Mecklenburg County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 60.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 32.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (32.9% vs 18.4%). The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.
Education
21.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 86.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for Mecklenburg County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023), with comparisons drawn against Virginia and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Mecklenburg County, Virginia?
Mecklenburg County has a population of 30,431, making it the 58th most populous county in Virginia.
What is the median income in Mecklenburg County?
The median household income in Mecklenburg County is $51,691 with a poverty rate of 17.4%.
How many cities are in Mecklenburg County, Virginia?
Mecklenburg County contains 9 Census-designated places.