Weems, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Weems, Virginia had a total population of 279, the 544th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $61,389, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.5% — among the lowest in Virginia.
Weems Quick Facts
How Weems 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 | 259 | 279 | +7.7% |
How Weems 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+)
Weems Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Lancaster County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irvington | 513 | $126,136 | 5.7% | $518,200 |
| White Stone | 449 | $58,036 | 3.3% | $193,200 |
| Lancaster | 20 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Cities Similar to Weems
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherando | 281 | N/A | $239,300 | 8.9% | 9.3% |
| Flint Hill | 275 | $64,922 | $837,500 | 38.9% | 5.1% |
| Madison | 273 | $65,625 | $334,400 | 15.1% | 13.2% |
| Alonzaville | 296 | N/A | $411,500 | 18.8% | 34.5% |
| Unionville | 262 | N/A | $227,400 | 8.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 279, Weems'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
Weems is a small community located in Virginia, within Lancaster County. The total population is 279. It ranks as the 544th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Weems is 34.3 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 39.0 years. With 35.1% of the population under 18, Weems has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Weems is $61,389. This is 34% lower than the state median of $93,170. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.5%. This is 75% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Weems, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Weems was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
50.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% higher 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 96.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Weems, 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 Weems, Virginia?
Weems, Virginia has a population of 279 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Weems, VA?
The median household income in Weems is $61,389, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Weems, VA?
The poverty rate in Weems is 2.5%. This means approximately 7 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Weems, Virginia?
Weems's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Weems, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Weems — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Weems, Virginia?
50.3% of adults (25+) in Weems hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.