Warrenton town, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Warrenton town, Virginia Demographics
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As of 2026, Warrenton town, Virginia has a total population of 10,151, the 128th largest city in Virginia, with a median household income of $80,441, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.7%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.8%.

Warrenton town Quick Facts

Population 10,151

Median Household Income $80,441

Median Home Value $423,500

Poverty Rate 8.7%

Unemployment Rate 1.8%

Median Age 38.5 years

Homeownership Rate 61.3%

Affordability Ratio 5.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 43.9%

High School Graduation Rate 91.7%

Diversity Index 45/100

Population 10,151 128th of 681

Median Income $80,441 average

Poverty Rate 8.7% 30% lower national

Median Home Value $423,500 top 30%

How Warrenton town Compares

Median Household Income

Warrenton town

$80,441

$90,974

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Warrenton town

$423,500

$360,700

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.0%

$25K-$50K 17.6%

$50K-$100K 31.6%

$100K+ 40.9%

Employment

1.8% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3% | National: 5.2%

66.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 61.3%

Renter 38.7%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.2%

18-34

23.7%

35-54

24.5%

55-74

21.7%

75+

8.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 60 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Warrenton town Rankings in Virginia

#128 Population of 681

#253 Median Income of 681

#188 Education of 681

#148 Home Value of 681

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Cities Similar to Warrenton town

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Fishersville CDP	9,546	$81,190	$322,700	33.8%	15.0%
Seven Corners CDP	9,171	$77,234	$334,600	33.7%	17.4%
Madison Heights CDP	10,398	$62,727	$181,300	16.6%	8.6%
Gloucester Point CDP	11,159	$71,589	$286,500	24.9%	9.2%
Stuarts Draft CDP	11,920	$77,585	$260,700	20.1%	8.6%

Population Overview

Warrenton town is a small city located in Virginia. The total population is 10,151. It ranks as the 128th most populous out of 681 cities and towns in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Warrenton town is 38.5 years. This is about average than the state median of 38.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Warrenton town is $80,441. This is 12% lower than the state median of $90,974. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 2% higher. The poverty rate stands at 8.7%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 1.8%. This is 57% lower than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $423,500. Housing costs are 17% higher than the state median of $360,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x. 61.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 67.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Warrenton town is White (non-Hispanic), making up 72.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 8.9%. The Black or African American population (8.9%) is well below the state average of 18.4%. The Asian population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 6.8%.

Education

43.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% higher 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 91.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Warrenton 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Warrenton town, Virginia?

Warrenton town, Virginia has a population of 10,151 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Warrenton town is $80,441, which is 2% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Warrenton town, VA?

The poverty rate in Warrenton town is 8.7%. This means approximately 858 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Warrenton town, Virginia?

Warrenton town's population is 72.3% White, 8.9% Black, 8.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.4% Asian.

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

The median home value in Warrenton town is $423,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.3x.

How educated is Warrenton town, Virginia?

43.9% of adults (25+) in Warrenton town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.