Montvale, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Montvale, Virginia had a total population of 351, the 521st largest community in Virginia. The poverty rate is 15.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Montvale Quick Facts
How Montvale 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 | 379 | 351 | -7.4% |
| Median home value | $212,500 | $255,900 | +20.4% |
How Montvale 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+)
Montvale Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Bedford County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest | 13,430 | $81,552 | 9.6% | $319,800 |
| Bedford | 7,724 | $70,288 | 12.2% | $222,500 |
| Stewartsville | 737 | $94,390 | 12.5% | $217,600 |
| Moneta | 395 | N/A | 25.1% | $232,200 |
| Big Island | 91 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Montvale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Draper | 348 | $58,963 | $157,900 | 5.8% | 3.2% |
| Alberta | 345 | $41,964 | $91,800 | 18.4% | 16.2% |
| Sperryville | 358 | N/A | $374,700 | 38.0% | 10.1% |
| Atlantic | 342 | $107,143 | $252,000 | 22.7% | 9.0% |
| Stony Creek | 341 | $64,811 | $154,800 | 26.2% | 24.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 351, Montvale'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
Montvale is a small community located in Virginia, within Bedford County. The total population is 351. It ranks as the 521st most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Montvale is 39.1 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.0 years. Only 5.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 15.4%. This is 56% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Montvale, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $255,900. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $383,700. 62.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Montvale has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.5%.
Education
20.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 64.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Montvale, 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 Montvale, Virginia?
Montvale, Virginia has a population of 351 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Montvale, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Montvale — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Montvale, VA?
The poverty rate in Montvale is 15.4%. This means approximately 54 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Montvale, Virginia?
Montvale's population is 85.2% White, 0.0% Black, 12.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Montvale, VA?
The median home value in Montvale is $255,900.
How educated is Montvale, Virginia?
20.4% of adults (25+) in Montvale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.