Rockwood CDP, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Rockwood CDP, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Rockwood CDP, Virginia has a total population of 8,834, the 139th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $90,804, which is about average than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.8%.

Rockwood CDP Quick Facts

Population 8,834

Median Household Income $90,804

Median Home Value $312,500

Poverty Rate 5.8%

Unemployment Rate 3.0%

Median Age 42.4 years

Homeownership Rate 82.3%

Affordability Ratio 3.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 44.6%

High School Graduation Rate 93.8%

Diversity Index 54/100

Population 8,834 139th of 681

Median Income $90,804 above average

Poverty Rate 5.8% 53% lower national

Median Home Value $312,500 above average

How Rockwood CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Rockwood CDP

$90,804

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Rockwood CDP

$312,500

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.1%

$25K-$50K 12.3%

$50K-$100K 35.2%

$100K+ 47.4%

Employment

3.0% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

62.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.3%

Renter 17.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.8%

18-34

18.3%

35-54

23.4%

55-74

29.5%

75+

9.1%

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+)

Rockwood CDP Rankings in Virginia

#139 Population of 681

#213 Median Income of 681

#183 Education of 681

#223 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Rockwood CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Smithfield town	8,729	$110,182	$358,100	34.4%	7.3%
Fort Lee CDP	8,318	$81,105	N/A	31.8%	2.0%
Seven Corners CDP	9,171	$77,234	$334,600	33.7%	17.4%
Fishersville CDP	9,546	$81,190	$322,700	33.8%	15.0%
Fort Belvoir CDP	8,107	$101,237	$244,400	52.5%	3.6%

Population Overview

Rockwood CDP is a small city located in Virginia. The total population is 8,834. It ranks as the 139th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Rockwood CDP is 42.4 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Rockwood CDP is $90,804. This is about average than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 16% higher. The poverty rate stands at 5.8%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $312,500. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 82.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Rockwood CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 64.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 16.8%. The Asian population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

44.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% higher 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 93.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Rockwood CDP, 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 Rockwood CDP, Virginia?

Rockwood CDP, Virginia has a population of 8,834 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Rockwood CDP, VA?

The median household income in Rockwood CDP is $90,804, which is 16% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Rockwood CDP, VA?

The poverty rate in Rockwood CDP is 5.8%. This means approximately 507 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Rockwood CDP, Virginia?

Rockwood CDP's population is 64.7% White, 16.8% Black, 9.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Rockwood CDP, VA?

The median home value in Rockwood CDP is $312,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

How educated is Rockwood CDP, Virginia?

44.6% of adults (25+) in Rockwood CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.