New Kent, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New Kent, Virginia had a total population of 801, the 416th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $159,097, which is 71% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 71% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Virginia.
New Kent Quick Facts
How New Kent 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 | 887 | 801 | -9.7% |
| Median household income | $166,375 | $159,097 | -4.4% |
| Median home value | $430,400 | $406,200 | -5.6% |
How New Kent Compares
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Household Income Distribution
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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+)
New Kent Rankings in Virginia
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Cities Similar to New Kent
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Esmont | 751 | N/A | $205,700 | 19.7% | 6.5% |
| Ivy | 794 | $189,072 | $645,600 | 92.2% | 3.1% |
| Keezletown | 706 | N/A | $337,000 | 19.2% | 23.6% |
| Arrington | 915 | N/A | $220,600 | 41.0% | 20.8% |
| Baywood | 681 | N/A | N/A | 10.4% | 20.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 801, New Kent'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
New Kent is a small community located in Virginia, within New Kent County. The total population is 801. It ranks as the 416th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in New Kent is 31.2 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 29.0% of the population under 18, New Kent has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in New Kent is $159,097. This is 71% higher than the state median of $93,170. It is also 97% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in New Kent. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in New Kent, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $406,200. Housing costs are 6% higher than the state median of $383,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, New Kent is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
New Kent has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 6.0%. The Black or African American population (6.0%) is well below the state average of 18.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 11.0%. The Asian population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 6.9%.
Education
45.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% higher 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 98.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for New Kent, 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 New Kent, Virginia?
New Kent, Virginia has a population of 801 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in New Kent, VA?
The median household income in New Kent is $159,097, which is 97% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in New Kent, VA?
The ACS sample for New Kent recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of New Kent, Virginia?
New Kent's population is 85.3% White, 6.0% Black, 5.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in New Kent, VA?
The median home value in New Kent is $406,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is New Kent, Virginia?
45.1% of adults (25+) in New Kent hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.