Tacoma, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tacoma, Virginia had a total population of 131, the 610th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $47,891, which is 49% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 49% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
Tacoma Quick Facts
How Tacoma 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 | 141 | 131 | -7.1% |
| Median household income | $46,313 | $47,891 | +3.4% |
| Median home value | $109,500 | $106,300 | -2.9% |
How Tacoma 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+)
Tacoma Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Wise County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Stone Gap | 5,162 | $54,581 | 26.2% | $163,000 |
| Wise | 2,916 | $53,596 | 12.5% | $144,700 |
| Coeburn | 1,639 | $55,104 | 19.1% | $112,600 |
| Appalachia | 1,391 | $43,068 | 28.2% | $67,100 |
| St. Paul | 963 | $33,000 | 30.8% | $176,100 |
| Pound | 913 | $32,396 | 19.3% | $98,100 |
| East Stone Gap | 683 | $90,484 | 0.0% | $114,000 |
| Riverview | 607 | $43,542 | 15.3% | $38,500 |
| Big Stone Gap East | 567 | $20,938 | 33.0% | $168,100 |
| The University of Virginia's College at Wise | 489 | N/A | 65.6% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Tacoma
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadows of Dan | 134 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 11.2% |
| Free Union | 124 | N/A | $1,527,400 | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Savageville | 124 | N/A | N/A | 33.3% | 0.0% |
| Midland | 122 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Stickleyville | 143 | N/A | $130,100 | 22.9% | 32.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 131, Tacoma'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
Tacoma is a small community located in Virginia, within Wise County. The total population is 131. It ranks as the 610th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Tacoma is 33.6 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Tacoma is $47,891. This is 49% lower than the state median of $93,170. It is also 41% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.6%. This is 23% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Tacoma, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $106,300. Housing costs are 72% lower than the state median of $383,700. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Tacoma is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 67.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Tacoma 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
10.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% 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 88.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Tacoma, 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 Tacoma, Virginia?
Tacoma, Virginia has a population of 131 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Tacoma, VA?
The median household income in Tacoma is $47,891, which is 41% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Tacoma, VA?
The poverty rate in Tacoma is 7.6%. This means approximately 10 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Tacoma, Virginia?
Tacoma's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Tacoma, VA?
The median home value in Tacoma is $106,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Tacoma, Virginia?
10.1% of adults (25+) in Tacoma hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.