Timberlake, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Timberlake, Virginia had a total population of 12,725, the 104th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $75,657, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Timberlake Quick Facts
How Timberlake 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 | 12,833 | 12,725 | -0.8% |
| Median household income | $68,833 | $75,657 | +9.9% |
| Median home value | $228,200 | $235,900 | +3.4% |
How Timberlake 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Timberlake Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Campbell County
Cities Similar to Timberlake
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside | 12,654 | $72,032 | $288,200 | 39.5% | 11.8% |
| Manchester | 12,445 | $80,296 | $317,000 | 39.7% | 12.7% |
| Forest | 13,430 | $81,552 | $319,800 | 45.6% | 9.6% |
| Stuarts Draft | 11,780 | $79,332 | $294,300 | 22.2% | 7.3% |
| Gloucester Point | 11,109 | $74,001 | $320,700 | 23.6% | 7.5% |
Population Overview
Timberlake is a small city located in Virginia, within Campbell County. The total population is 12,725. It ranks as the 104th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Timberlake is 41.1 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Timberlake is $75,657. This is 19% lower than the state median of $93,170. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.5%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 19% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $235,900. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $383,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 64.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Timberlake is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.7% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 11.5%. The Asian population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 6.9%.
Education
31.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 25% 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 95.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Timberlake, 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 Timberlake, Virginia?
Timberlake, Virginia has a population of 12,725 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Timberlake, VA?
The median household income in Timberlake is $75,657, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Timberlake, VA?
The poverty rate in Timberlake is 8.5%. This means approximately 1,076 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Timberlake, Virginia?
Timberlake's population is 72.7% White, 11.5% Black, 8.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Timberlake, VA?
The median home value in Timberlake is $235,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Timberlake, Virginia?
31.6% of adults (25+) in Timberlake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.