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Woodbridge, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Woodbridge, Virginia had a total population of 43,945, the 25th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $104,741, which is 12% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.0%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Woodbridge Quick Facts

Population 43,945
Median Household Income $104,741
Median Home Value $422,400
Poverty Rate 9.0%
Unemployment Rate 6.5%
Median Age 33.8 years
Homeownership Rate 54.4%
Affordability Ratio 4.0x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 29.4%
High School Graduation Rate 82.1%
Diversity Index 69/100
Population 43,945 25th of 681
Median Income $104,741 top 30%
Poverty Rate 9.0% 28% lower than national
Median Home Value $422,400 top 30%

How Woodbridge Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population43,44343,945+1.2%
Median household income$100,370$104,741+4.4%
Median home value$395,400$422,400+6.8%

How Woodbridge Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.8%
$25K-$50K 8.7%
$50K-$100K 30.7%
$100K+ 52.8%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.9%
$10K-$15K
2.1%
$15K-$20K
1.2%
$20K-$25K
1.6%
$25K-$30K
1.6%
$30K-$35K
1.3%
$35K-$40K
1.5%
$40K-$45K
2.0%
$45K-$50K
2.3%
$50K-$60K
8.6%
$60K-$75K
10.5%
$75K-$100K
11.5%
$100K-$125K
16.7%
$125K-$150K
8.9%
$150K-$200K
14.3%
$200K+
13.0%

Employment

6.5% Unemployment Rate State: 4.3%|National: 5.2%
74.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 54.4%
Renter 45.6%
Affordability Index Moderate
4.0x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $2,101/mo 24.1% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

69out of 100
High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 61 | National average: 61

Education

Woodbridge Rankings in Virginia

#25 Population of 681
#164 Median Income of 585
#321 Education of 680
#164 Home Value of 580

Other Cities in Prince William County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Dale City 71,016 $111,994 7.0% $425,500
Lake Ridge 46,049 $127,154 5.8% $471,200
Linton Hall 41,876 $178,915 2.2% $617,000
Cherry Hill 26,044 $122,447 8.6% $492,500
Montclair 22,387 $155,774 3.8% $577,800
Leesylvania 21,632 $132,524 4.4% $531,500
Buckhall 21,602 $180,021 6.0% $635,500
Sudley 19,162 $94,309 10.2% $424,800
Gainesville 18,196 $174,410 4.0% $712,600
Bull Run (Prince William County) 16,859 $89,679 13.7% $413,500

Cities Similar to Woodbridge

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Manassas42,976$113,590$449,90032.7%7.7%
Annandale41,705$116,263$681,30045.6%12.1%
Tuckahoe49,183$102,264$462,80056.6%7.4%
Lake Ridge46,049$127,154$471,20050.0%5.8%
Mechanicsville38,683$98,595$351,00035.8%5.2%

Population Overview

Woodbridge is a mid-sized community located in Virginia, within Prince William County. The total population is 43,945. It ranks as the 25th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Woodbridge is 33.8 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 39.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Woodbridge is $104,741. This is 12% higher than the state median of $93,170. It is also 30% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.0%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.9%. The unemployment rate is 6.5%. This is 53% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $422,400. Housing costs are 10% higher than the state median of $383,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x. 54.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% lower than the state average of 67.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Woodbridge is Hispanic or Latino, making up 46.3% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 21.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (20.9%) is well below the state average of 58.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (46.3% vs 11.0%).

Education

29.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 82.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Woodbridge, 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 Woodbridge, Virginia?

Woodbridge, Virginia has a population of 43,945 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Woodbridge, VA?

The median household income in Woodbridge is $104,741, which is 30% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Woodbridge, VA?

The poverty rate in Woodbridge is 9.0%. This means approximately 3,891 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Woodbridge, Virginia?

Woodbridge's population is 20.9% White, 21.1% Black, 46.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.2% Asian.

What is the median home value in Woodbridge, VA?

The median home value in Woodbridge is $422,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.0x.

How educated is Woodbridge, Virginia?

29.4% of adults (25+) in Woodbridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.