Onley town, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Onley town, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Onley town, Virginia has a total population of 612, the 438th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $55,139, which is 39% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.2%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 39% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Onley town Quick Facts

Population 612

Median Household Income $55,139

Median Home Value $320,300

Poverty Rate 7.2%

Unemployment Rate 3.7%

Median Age 40.1 years

Homeownership Rate 73.8%

Affordability Ratio 5.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.9%

High School Graduation Rate 94.1%

Diversity Index 44/100

Population 612 438th of 681

Median Income $55,139 below average

Poverty Rate 7.2% 42% lower national

Median Home Value $320,300 above average

How Onley town Compares

Median Household Income

Onley town

$55,139

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Onley town

$320,300

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.3%

$25K-$50K 38.8%

$50K-$100K 15.5%

$100K+ 35.4%

Employment

3.7% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

68.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 73.8%

Renter 26.2%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.5%

18-34

21.4%

35-54

31.2%

55-74

14.4%

75+

9.5%

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+)

Onley town Rankings in Virginia

#438 Population of 681

#405 Median Income of 681

#444 Education of 681

#218 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Onley town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Quantico town	587	$57,500	$263,900	43.7%	9.7%
Port Republic CDP	562	N/A	N/A	9.6%	0.0%
Nassawadox town	670	N/A	N/A	23.3%	23.2%
Mineral town	599	$64,500	$226,100	13.9%	17.7%
Savageville CDP	552	N/A	N/A	16.7%	0.0%

Population Overview

Onley town is a small community located in Virginia. The total population is 612. It ranks as the 438th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Onley town is 40.1 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Onley town is $55,139. This is 39% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 30% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.2%. This is 28% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $320,300. Housing costs are 11% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x. 73.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Onley town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 27.1%. The Black or African American population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 18.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (27.1% vs 10.7%).

Education

17.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 57% 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 94.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Onley 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 Onley town, Virginia?

Onley town, Virginia has a population of 612 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Onley town is $55,139, which is 30% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Onley town, VA?

The poverty rate in Onley town is 7.2%. This means approximately 44 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Onley town, Virginia?

Onley town's population is 69.8% White, 3.1% Black, 27.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

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

The median home value in Onley town is $320,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x.

How educated is Onley town, Virginia?

17.9% of adults (25+) in Onley town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.