Warren County, Virginia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Warren County is located in Virginia with a total population of 41,104. It is the 43rd most populous county out of 133 in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Warren County is 40.5 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Warren County is $84,331. This is 7% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 7% higher. The poverty rate stands at 11.3%. This is 14% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 4.8%. This is 12% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $315,800. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 76.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Warren County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.7%. The Black or African American population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 18.4%. The Asian population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

24.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 89.0%.