Stickleyville, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Stickleyville, Virginia had a total population of 143, the 603rd largest community in Virginia. The poverty rate is 32.2%.
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 (32.2%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Stickleyville Quick Facts
How Stickleyville 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 | 217 | 143 | -34.1% |
How Stickleyville Compares
Median Household Income
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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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+)
Stickleyville Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Lee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennington Gap | 1,798 | $21,633 | 56.8% | $92,900 |
| Jonesville | 1,308 | $18,421 | 57.9% | $115,400 |
| Dryden | 823 | $55,156 | 30.4% | $130,300 |
| Rose Hill (Lee County) | 447 | N/A | 39.8% | N/A |
| Ewing | 365 | $60,792 | 14.8% | N/A |
| Keokee | 174 | N/A | 6.9% | $65,800 |
| St. Charles | 83 | $24,338 | 65.1% | $9,999 |
Cities Similar to Stickleyville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union Level | 143 | N/A | $153,900 | 0.0% | 19.6% |
| Bobtown | 141 | $60,385 | N/A | 40.4% | 0.0% |
| Hillsboro | 141 | $97,438 | $631,900 | 47.7% | 0.0% |
| Branchville | 146 | N/A | $155,200 | 8.2% | 0.0% |
| Selma | 146 | N/A | $93,100 | 0.0% | 34.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 143, Stickleyville'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
Stickleyville is a small community located in Virginia, within Lee County. The total population is 143. It ranks as the 603rd most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Stickleyville is 54.5 years. This is 40% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. Only 14.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 32.2%. This is 225% 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 Stickleyville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $130,100. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $383,700. 80.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Stickleyville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.8% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (95.8% vs 58.4%).
Education
22.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 91.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Stickleyville, 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 Stickleyville, Virginia?
Stickleyville, Virginia has a population of 143 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Stickleyville, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Stickleyville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Stickleyville, VA?
The poverty rate in Stickleyville is 32.2%. This means approximately 46 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Stickleyville, Virginia?
Stickleyville's population is 95.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Stickleyville, VA?
The median home value in Stickleyville is $130,100.
How educated is Stickleyville, Virginia?
22.9% of adults (25+) in Stickleyville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.