Whitesville, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Whitesville, Virginia had a total population of 65, the 650th largest community in Virginia. The poverty rate is 67.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (67.7%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Whitesville Quick Facts
How Whitesville 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 | 52 | 65 | +25.0% |
How Whitesville 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Whitesville Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Accomack County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chincoteague | 3,296 | $62,917 | 10.2% | $349,500 |
| Captains Cove | 1,542 | $110,156 | 0.0% | $267,700 |
| Wattsville | 1,439 | $69,380 | 8.1% | $184,700 |
| Onancock | 1,433 | $54,500 | 21.3% | $294,400 |
| Accomac | 948 | $45,986 | 9.6% | $251,500 |
| Parksley | 867 | $76,875 | 5.2% | $163,100 |
| Pastoria | 863 | $46,884 | 6.6% | $116,200 |
| Belle Haven | 836 | $62,917 | 6.9% | $183,000 |
| Onley | 678 | $57,837 | 8.6% | $323,100 |
| Nelsonia | 608 | $88,685 | 12.7% | $136,200 |
Cities Similar to Whitesville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Wilton | 66 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Sussex | 66 | N/A | N/A | 21.2% | 0.0% |
| Charles City | 64 | N/A | $772,700 | 60.0% | 6.3% |
| Eagle Rock | 67 | $67,159 | $108,000 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Locust Grove | 67 | N/A | N/A | 38.5% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 65, Whitesville'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
Whitesville is a small community located in Virginia, within Accomack County. The total population is 65. It ranks as the 650th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Whitesville is 57.9 years. This is 48% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 67.7%. This is 584% 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 Whitesville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 17.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 74% lower than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Whitesville is Black or African American, making up 67.7% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 32.3%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (67.7% vs 18.3%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 15.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Whitesville, 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 Whitesville, Virginia?
Whitesville, Virginia has a population of 65 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Whitesville, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Whitesville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Whitesville, VA?
The poverty rate in Whitesville is 67.7%. This means approximately 44 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Whitesville, Virginia?
Whitesville's population is 32.3% White, 67.7% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Whitesville, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Whitesville — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Whitesville, Virginia?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Whitesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.