Timberville town, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Timberville town, Virginia Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
License: https://www.census.gov/data/developers/about/terms-of-service.html

As of 2026, Timberville town, Virginia has a total population of 2,998, the 242nd largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $56,837, which is 38% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.8%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 38% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.

Timberville town Quick Facts

Population 2,998

Median Household Income $56,837

Median Home Value $211,500

Poverty Rate 12.8%

Unemployment Rate 5.5%

Median Age 36.4 years

Homeownership Rate 59.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 11.3%

High School Graduation Rate 78.9%

Diversity Index 30/100

Population 2,998 242nd of 681

Median Income $56,837 below average

Poverty Rate 12.8% 3% higher national

Median Home Value $211,500 average

How Timberville town Compares

Median Household Income

Timberville town

$56,837

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Timberville town

$211,500

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.1%

$25K-$50K 26.9%

$50K-$100K 33.7%

$100K+ 23.3%

Employment

5.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

68.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 59.8%

Renter 40.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.6%

18-34

21.1%

35-54

24.9%

55-74

20.5%

75+

7.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

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+)

Timberville town Rankings in Virginia

#242 Population of 681

#391 Median Income of 681

#539 Education of 681

#353 Home Value of 681

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

Cities Similar to Timberville town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Merrimac CDP	2,955	$55,202	$73,400	42.4%	11.8%
Elkton town	2,973	$61,385	$232,300	16.1%	7.6%
Lebanon town	3,133	$57,578	$161,900	17.7%	16.8%
Hillsville town	2,869	$62,861	$132,600	16.6%	21.2%
Crewe town	2,795	$60,214	$135,800	17.2%	16.8%

Population Overview

Timberville town is a small community located in Virginia. The total population is 2,998. It ranks as the 242nd most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Timberville town is 36.4 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Timberville town is $56,837. This is 38% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 28% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.8%. This is 29% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 5.5%. This is 28% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $211,500. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 59.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Timberville town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.5%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 18.4%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

11.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 73% 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 78.9%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Timberville 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.

Free data download: Get all Virginia city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Timberville town, Virginia?

Timberville town, Virginia has a population of 2,998 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Timberville town is $56,837, which is 28% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Timberville town, VA?

The poverty rate in Timberville town is 12.8%. This means approximately 381 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Timberville town, Virginia?

Timberville town's population is 82.1% White, 0.9% Black, 14.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.

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

The median home value in Timberville town is $211,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is Timberville town, Virginia?

11.3% of adults (25+) in Timberville town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.