Snowville, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Snowville, Virginia had a total population of 77, the 641st largest community in Virginia. The poverty rate is 59.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (59.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Snowville Quick Facts
How Snowville 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 | 124 | 77 | -37.9% |
How Snowville 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 less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Snowville Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Pulaski County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pulaski | 8,893 | $49,491 | 21.2% | $160,500 |
| Dublin | 2,671 | $62,426 | 16.1% | $180,500 |
| Fairlawn | 2,488 | $66,918 | 4.9% | $243,500 |
| Parrott | 401 | N/A | 19.6% | N/A |
| Draper | 348 | $58,963 | 3.2% | $157,900 |
| New River | 268 | $41,628 | 2.6% | $133,600 |
| Belspring | 152 | $61,053 | 0.0% | $319,700 |
| Hiwassee | 72 | N/A | 0.0% | $73,800 |
| Allisonia | 40 | N/A | 0.0% | $233,300 |
Cities Similar to Snowville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duffield | 78 | $86,875 | N/A | 14.8% | 1.3% |
| Lee Mont | 79 | N/A | N/A | 17.9% | 87.3% |
| Osaka | 74 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 87.8% |
| Hiwassee | 72 | N/A | $73,800 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| St. Charles | 83 | $24,338 | $9,999 | 0.0% | 65.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 77, Snowville's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Snowville is a small community located in Virginia, within Pulaski County. The total population is 77. It ranks as the 641st most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Snowville is 39.0 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.0 years. With 33.8% of the population under 18, Snowville has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 59.7%. This is 504% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Snowville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Snowville was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
37.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 12% 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 76.5%. Notably, 23.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Snowville, 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 Snowville, Virginia?
Snowville, Virginia has a population of 77 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Snowville, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Snowville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Snowville, VA?
The poverty rate in Snowville is 59.7%. This means approximately 46 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Snowville, Virginia?
Snowville's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Snowville, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Snowville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Snowville, Virginia?
37.3% of adults (25+) in Snowville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 23.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.