Mineral, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mineral, Virginia had a total population of 555, the 464th largest town in Virginia, with a median household income of $71,042, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Mineral Quick Facts
How Mineral 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 | 599 | 555 | -7.3% |
| Median household income | $64,500 | $71,042 | +10.1% |
| Median home value | $226,100 | $266,700 | +18.0% |
How Mineral 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Mineral Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Louisa County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisa | 2,435 | $65,132 | 9.9% | $344,100 |
| Blue Ridge Shores | 918 | $62,321 | 3.8% | $221,300 |
Cities Similar to Mineral
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloxom | 571 | $66,875 | $133,300 | 10.9% | 7.7% |
| Gargatha | 564 | $64,375 | $291,500 | 27.6% | 13.8% |
| Bland | 564 | $62,404 | $149,000 | 20.7% | 13.8% |
| Port Republic | 510 | N/A | $375,500 | 10.6% | 0.0% |
| Quantico | 578 | $64,500 | $321,700 | 48.9% | 8.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 555, Mineral's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Mineral is a small community located in Virginia, within Louisa County. The total population is 555. It ranks as the 464th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mineral is 34.6 years. This is 11% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mineral is $71,042. This is 24% lower than the state median of $93,170. It is also 12% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.0%. This is 62% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $266,700. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $383,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 73.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Mineral is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.9%. The Black or African American population (4.9%) is well below the state average of 18.3%.
Education
18.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 57% 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 88.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mineral, 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 Mineral, Virginia?
Mineral, Virginia has a population of 555 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mineral, VA?
The median household income in Mineral is $71,042, which is 12% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mineral, VA?
The poverty rate in Mineral is 16.0%. This means approximately 88 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mineral, Virginia?
Mineral's population is 78.2% White, 4.9% Black, 5.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mineral, VA?
The median home value in Mineral is $266,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.
How educated is Mineral, Virginia?
18.1% of adults (25+) in Mineral hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.