Strasburg town, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Strasburg town, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Strasburg town, Virginia has a total population of 7,162, the 167th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $59,614, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.6%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.

Strasburg town Quick Facts

Population 7,162

Median Household Income $59,614

Median Home Value $247,300

Poverty Rate 8.6%

Unemployment Rate 1.9%

Median Age 37.9 years

Homeownership Rate 71.0%

Affordability Ratio 4.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.1%

High School Graduation Rate 89.8%

Diversity Index 24/100

Population 7,162 167th of 681

Median Income $59,614 below average

Poverty Rate 8.6% 31% lower national

Median Home Value $247,300 average

How Strasburg town Compares

Median Household Income

Strasburg town

$59,614

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Strasburg town

$247,300

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 17.7%

$25K-$50K 22.3%

$50K-$100K 39.1%

$100K+ 20.9%

Employment

1.9% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

61.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 71.0%

Renter 28.9%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.8%

18-34

18.4%

35-54

27.5%

55-74

21.9%

75+

7.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Strasburg town Rankings in Virginia

#167 Population of 681

#368 Median Income of 681

#428 Education of 681

#295 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Strasburg town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Sandston CDP	7,011	$57,708	$201,800	12.3%	10.4%
Ashland town	7,667	$65,000	$272,600	34.8%	16.4%
Buena Vista city	6,612	$54,458	$153,500	24.7%	22.0%
Collinsville CDP	7,645	$50,465	$123,500	26.9%	13.9%
Vinton town	8,038	$64,643	$179,400	16.5%	10.6%

Population Overview

Strasburg town is a small city located in Virginia. The total population is 7,162. It ranks as the 167th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Strasburg town is 37.9 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Strasburg town is $59,614. This is 34% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 24% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.6%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $247,300. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x. 71.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Strasburg town has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.3%. The Black or African American population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 18.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.3%) is well below the state average of 10.7%. The Asian population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

19.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% lower 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 89.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Strasburg town, 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 Strasburg town, Virginia?

Strasburg town, Virginia has a population of 7,162 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Strasburg town, VA?

The median household income in Strasburg town is $59,614, which is 24% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Strasburg town, VA?

The poverty rate in Strasburg town is 8.6%. This means approximately 615 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Strasburg town, Virginia?

Strasburg town's population is 86.8% White, 2.9% Black, 4.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Strasburg town, VA?

The median home value in Strasburg town is $247,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

How educated is Strasburg town, Virginia?

19.1% of adults (25+) in Strasburg town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.