Mineral town, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Mineral town, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Mineral town, Virginia has a total population of 599, the 442nd largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $64,500, which is 29% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.7%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.

Mineral town Quick Facts

Population 599

Median Household Income $64,500

Median Home Value $226,100

Poverty Rate 17.7%

Unemployment Rate 2.1%

Median Age 30.0 years

Homeownership Rate 71.5%

Affordability Ratio 3.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 13.9%

High School Graduation Rate 85.4%

Diversity Index 41/100

Population 599 442nd of 681

Median Income $64,500 average

Poverty Rate 17.7% 42% higher national

Median Home Value $226,100 average

How Mineral town Compares

Median Household Income

Mineral town

$64,500

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Mineral town

$226,100

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.0%

$25K-$50K 24.5%

$50K-$100K 28.5%

$100K+ 36.0%

Employment

2.1% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

60.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 71.5%

Renter 28.5%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.7%

18-34

30.9%

35-54

13.4%

55-74

23.0%

75+

8.0%

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+)

Mineral town Rankings in Virginia

#442 Population of 681

#335 Median Income of 681

#513 Education of 681

#340 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Mineral town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Port Republic CDP	562	N/A	N/A	9.6%	0.0%
Fincastle town	636	$63,750	$276,200	34.1%	24.1%
Quantico town	587	$57,500	$263,900	43.7%	9.7%
Savageville CDP	552	N/A	N/A	16.7%	0.0%
Rose Hill CDP (Lee County)	551	$66,458	$108,000	6.3%	22.1%

Population Overview

Mineral town is a small community located in Virginia. The total population is 599. It ranks as the 442nd most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Mineral town is 30.0 years. This is 23% lower than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Mineral town is $64,500. This is 29% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 18% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.7%. This is 78% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 50% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $226,100. Housing costs are 37% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 71.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Mineral town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.0%. The Black or African American population (7.7%) is well below the state average of 18.4%.

Education

13.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% 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 85.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Mineral 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 Mineral town, Virginia?

Mineral town, Virginia has a population of 599 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Mineral town is $64,500, which is 18% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Mineral town, VA?

The poverty rate in Mineral town is 17.7%. This means approximately 105 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Mineral town, Virginia?

Mineral town's population is 75.0% White, 7.7% Black, 8.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Mineral town is $226,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Mineral town, Virginia?

13.9% of adults (25+) in Mineral town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.