Quantico Base, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Quantico Base, Virginia had a total population of 5,840, the 187th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $72,821, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Quantico Base Quick Facts
How Quantico Base 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 | 5,491 | 5,840 | +6.4% |
| Median household income | $69,419 | $72,821 | +4.9% |
How Quantico Base Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Quantico Base Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Prince William County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dale City | 71,016 | $111,994 | 7.0% | $425,500 |
| Lake Ridge | 46,049 | $127,154 | 5.8% | $471,200 |
| Woodbridge | 43,945 | $104,741 | 9.0% | $422,400 |
| Linton Hall | 41,876 | $178,915 | 2.2% | $617,000 |
| Cherry Hill | 26,044 | $122,447 | 8.6% | $492,500 |
| Montclair | 22,387 | $155,774 | 3.8% | $577,800 |
| Leesylvania | 21,632 | $132,524 | 4.4% | $531,500 |
| Buckhall | 21,602 | $180,021 | 6.0% | $635,500 |
| Sudley | 19,162 | $94,309 | 10.2% | $424,800 |
| Gainesville | 18,196 | $174,410 | 4.0% | $712,600 |
Cities Similar to Quantico Base
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodstock | 5,871 | $76,100 | $268,700 | 22.3% | 22.1% |
| Dumfries | 5,816 | $82,355 | $331,800 | 24.1% | 5.0% |
| Ettrick | 5,910 | $58,137 | $211,200 | 26.0% | 12.9% |
| Bridgewater | 6,708 | $75,280 | $384,700 | 46.7% | 6.3% |
| Orange | 5,066 | $76,370 | $273,300 | 21.0% | 14.1% |
Population Overview
Quantico Base is a small city located in Virginia, within Prince William County. The total population is 5,840. It ranks as the 187th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Quantico Base is 22.3 years. This is 43% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 28.5% of the population under 18, Quantico Base has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Quantico Base is $72,821. This is 22% lower than the state median of $93,170. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.0%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 24% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. Every occupied housing unit the survey reached in Quantico Base was renter-occupied. At this sample size that indicates no owner-occupied homes were captured rather than that none exist.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Quantico Base is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 21.4%. The Black or African American population (6.7%) is well below the state average of 18.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (21.4% vs 11.0%).
Education
44.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% 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 98.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Quantico Base, 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 Quantico Base, Virginia?
Quantico Base, Virginia has a population of 5,840 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Quantico Base, VA?
The median household income in Quantico Base is $72,821, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Quantico Base, VA?
The poverty rate in Quantico Base is 7.0%. This means approximately 275 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Quantico Base, Virginia?
Quantico Base's population is 59.5% White, 6.7% Black, 21.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 6.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Quantico Base, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Quantico Base — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Quantico Base, Virginia?
44.9% of adults (25+) in Quantico Base hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.