Pittsylvania County, Virginia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Pittsylvania County is located in Virginia with a total population of 60,148. It is the 31st most populous county out of 133 in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Pittsylvania County is 48.3 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. 10.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Pittsylvania County is $54,115. This is 41% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 31% lower. The poverty rate stands at 15.0%. This is 51% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.0%. This is 16% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $153,000. Housing costs are 58% lower than the state median of $360,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Pittsylvania County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Pittsylvania County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 20.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

15.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 63% 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 85.8%.