Ruckersville, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ruckersville, Virginia had a total population of 1,399, the 335th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $101,875, which is 9% 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
Ruckersville Quick Facts
How Ruckersville 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 | 1,314 | 1,399 | +6.5% |
| Median household income | $98,243 | $101,875 | +3.7% |
| Median home value | $376,300 | $407,800 | +8.4% |
How Ruckersville Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
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+)
Ruckersville Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Greene County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Lakes | 1,562 | $66,526 | 13.3% | $237,300 |
| Stanardsville | 740 | $65,500 | 29.6% | $267,300 |
Cities Similar to Ruckersville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shawsville | 1,411 | N/A | $101,600 | 15.3% | 17.4% |
| Union Hall | 1,445 | $103,125 | $694,100 | 53.4% | 4.4% |
| Emory | 1,419 | $111,667 | $231,400 | 28.4% | 3.4% |
| Dooms | 1,454 | $87,292 | $274,100 | 17.4% | 1.2% |
| Boswell's Corner | 1,239 | N/A | N/A | 17.8% | 3.9% |
Population Overview
Ruckersville is a small community located in Virginia, within Greene County. The total population is 1,399. It ranks as the 335th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ruckersville is 44.5 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ruckersville is $101,875. This is 9% higher than the state median of $93,170. It is also 26% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Ruckersville. 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 Ruckersville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $407,800. Housing costs are 6% higher than the state median of $383,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 83.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Ruckersville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 56.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 22.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (22.3% vs 11.0%). The Asian population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 6.9%.
Education
33.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 20% lower 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 90.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ruckersville, 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 Ruckersville, Virginia?
Ruckersville, Virginia has a population of 1,399 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ruckersville, VA?
The median household income in Ruckersville is $101,875, which is 26% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ruckersville, VA?
The ACS sample for Ruckersville 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 Ruckersville, Virginia?
Ruckersville's population is 56.0% White, 19.8% Black, 22.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ruckersville, VA?
The median home value in Ruckersville is $407,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.
How educated is Ruckersville, Virginia?
33.6% of adults (25+) in Ruckersville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.