New Kent County, Virginia Demographics 2026
New Kent County, Virginia has a population of 25,105, the 71st most populous county in Virginia. The median household income is $123,314 and the median home value is $393,600. The poverty rate is 4.7%.
New Kent County Quick Facts
How New Kent County 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 | 24,139 | 25,105 | +4.0% |
| Median household income | $120,125 | $123,314 | +2.7% |
| Median home value | $371,500 | $393,600 | +5.9% |
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
- White: 75.7%
- Black: 13.2%
- Hispanic: 3.8%
- Asian: 1.3%
- Other: 0.1%
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
- < HS: 5.9%
- HS Diploma: 26.2%
- Some College: 18.0%
- Associate's: 11.5%
- Bachelor's: 26.5%
- Graduate+: 11.9%
Cities & Places in New Kent County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Kent | 801 | $159,097 | 0.0% | $406,200 |
Explore Virginia Rankings
Population Overview
New Kent County is located in Virginia with a total population of 25,105. It is the 71st most populous county out of 133 in Virginia. The county encompasses 1 Census-designated place.
Age Demographics
The median age in New Kent County is 42.9 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in New Kent County is $123,314. This is 32% higher than the state median of $93,170. It is also 53% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.7%. This is 52% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.3%. This is 47% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $393,600. Housing costs are 3% higher than the state median of $383,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 92.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in New Kent County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 75.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 13.2%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Asian population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 6.9%.
Education
38.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 9% 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 94.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All figures for New Kent County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, 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 New Kent County, Virginia?
New Kent County has a population of 25,105, making it the 71st most populous county in Virginia.
What is the median income in New Kent County?
The median household income in New Kent County is $123,314 with a poverty rate of 4.7%.
How many cities are in New Kent County, Virginia?
New Kent County contains 1 Census-designated place.