Virgilina, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Virgilina, Virginia had a total population of 171, the 588th largest town in Virginia, with a median household income of $40,625, which is 56% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 22.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 56% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Virgilina Quick Facts
How Virgilina 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 | 130 | 171 | +31.5% |
| Median household income | $46,875 | $40,625 | -13.3% |
How Virgilina 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+)
Virgilina Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Halifax County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Boston | 7,853 | $44,052 | 26.9% | $171,200 |
| Mountain Road | 1,574 | $41,250 | 14.1% | $119,700 |
| Clarksville | 1,547 | $63,533 | 15.4% | $221,400 |
| Halifax | 1,496 | $55,792 | 11.9% | $219,300 |
| Riverdale | 1,077 | $60,694 | 7.5% | $204,900 |
| Cluster Springs | 859 | $76,125 | 2.0% | $133,300 |
| Clover | 696 | $52,577 | 30.8% | $203,700 |
| Scottsburg | 51 | $54,375 | 9.8% | N/A |
| Nathalie | 24 | N/A | 20.8% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Virgilina
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palmyra | 171 | N/A | N/A | 54.9% | 0.0% |
| Mount Clifton | 170 | N/A | N/A | 9.9% | 0.0% |
| Keokee | 174 | N/A | $65,800 | 0.0% | 6.9% |
| Savage Town | 175 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Aldie | 163 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 171, Virgilina'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
Virgilina is a small community located in Virginia, within Halifax County. The total population is 171. It ranks as the 588th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Virgilina is 39.6 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Virgilina is $40,625. This is 56% lower than the state median of $93,170. It is also 50% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.8%. This is 131% 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 Virgilina, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 72.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Virgilina is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.5% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 14.0%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 6.9%.
Education
19.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 89.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Virgilina, 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 Virgilina, Virginia?
Virgilina, Virginia has a population of 171 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Virgilina, VA?
The median household income in Virgilina is $40,625, which is 50% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Virgilina, VA?
The poverty rate in Virgilina is 22.8%. This means approximately 39 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Virgilina, Virginia?
Virgilina's population is 82.5% White, 14.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Virgilina, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Virgilina — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Virgilina, Virginia?
19.7% of adults (25+) in Virgilina hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.