South Run, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: South Run, Virginia Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, South Run, Virginia had a total population of 6,600, the 177th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $250,000+, which is 168% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.1%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 168% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Virginia.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.1% — among the lowest in Virginia.
85.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Virginia.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.5%.

South Run Quick Facts

Population 6,600

Median Household Income $250,000+

Median Home Value $978,500

Poverty Rate 2.1%

Unemployment Rate 1.5%

Median Age 39.4 years

Homeownership Rate 96.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 85.1%

High School Graduation Rate 99.9%

Diversity Index 59/100

Population 6,600 177th of 681

Median Income $250,000+ top 10%

Poverty Rate 2.1% 83% lower than national

Median Home Value $978,500 top 10%

How South Run 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	6,714	6,600	-1.7%
Median household income	$250,000+	$250,000+	+0.0%
Median home value	$940,900	$978,500	+4.0%

How South Run Compares

Median Household Income

South Run

$250,001

$93,170

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

South Run

$978,500

$383,700

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 1.8%

$25K-$50K 1.8%

$50K-$100K 7.6%

$100K+ 88.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

0.7%

$10K-$15K

0.3%

$15K-$20K

0.0%

$20K-$25K

0.8%

$25K-$30K

0.0%

$30K-$35K

0.6%

$35K-$40K

0.0%

$40K-$45K

1.2%

$45K-$50K

0.0%

$50K-$60K

0.0%

$60K-$75K

2.4%

$75K-$100K

5.2%

$100K-$125K

5.2%

$125K-$150K

5.1%

$150K-$200K

15.2%

$200K+

63.4%

Employment

1.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3%|National: 5.2%

61.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 96.1%

Renter 3.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $3,501/mo 16.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

31.5%

18-34

14.7%

35-54

26.2%

55-74

19.2%

75+

8.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 61 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

South Run Rankings in Virginia

#177 Population of 681

#1 Median Income of 585

#17 Education of 680

#14 Home Value of 580

Explore Virginia Rankings

Cities by Population All cities ranked by size Richest Cities Ranked by median income Most Educated By bachelor's degree rate Most Affordable By housing affordability

Other Cities in Fairfax County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Centreville	71,706	$139,510	7.2%	$590,500
Reston	64,414	$148,710	5.7%	$642,000
McLean	49,627	$250,000+	2.9%	$1,412,700
Burke	44,029	$185,818	3.2%	$747,700
Annandale	41,705	$116,263	12.1%	$681,300
Oakton	36,528	$160,663	4.6%	$792,100
Fair Oaks	35,545	$123,947	5.7%	$608,200
West Falls Church	31,279	$134,978	7.9%	$706,800
Springfield	31,154	$125,999	8.9%	$640,300
Tysons	28,936	$129,818	7.9%	$640,000

Cities Similar to South Run

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Braddock	6,536	$211,689	$941,600	73.9%	0.9%
Floris	7,589	$246,058	$872,800	76.5%	2.4%
Crosspointe	5,669	$250,000+	$951,400	77.9%	3.7%
Moorefield	6,123	$205,257	$800,200	67.9%	2.8%
Pimmit Hills	6,589	$172,880	$966,500	70.8%	1.6%

Population Overview

South Run is a small city located in Virginia, within Fairfax County. The total population is 6,600. It ranks as the 177th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in South Run is 39.4 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. With 31.5% of the population under 18, South Run has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in South Run is $250,000+. This is 168% higher than the state median of $93,170. It is also 210% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.1%. This is 79% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 1.5%. This is 65% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $978,500. Housing costs are 155% higher than the state median of $383,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 96.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 43% higher than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in South Run is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.9% of the population. Asian residents account for 19.7%. The Black or African American population (5.3%) is well below the state average of 18.3%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (19.7% vs 6.9%).

Education

85.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places South Run in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 102% 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 99.9%. Notably, 52.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for South Run, 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 South Run, Virginia?

South Run, Virginia has a population of 6,600 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in South Run, VA?

The median household income in South Run is $250,000+, which is 210% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in South Run, VA?

The poverty rate in South Run is 2.1%. This means approximately 139 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of South Run, Virginia?

South Run's population is 59.9% White, 5.3% Black, 7.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 19.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in South Run, VA?

The median home value in South Run is $978,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is South Run, Virginia?

85.1% of adults (25+) in South Run hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 52.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.