Culpeper, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Culpeper, Virginia is 20,437 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 64th-largest city in Virginia. The median household income is $91,429, the median home value is $366,300, and the median age is 32.9.
The population has grown 28.5% since 2010 (16,706 → 21,464).
20,437
Population
2709
People / sq mi
$91,429
Median Income
$366,300
Median Home Value
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Culpeper covers 7.5 sq mi of land at 2709 people per square mile.
About Culpeper, VA
Culpeper skews on age — the median resident is 32.9, younger than the national median. With 20,437 residents, Culpeper is a city in Virginia.
The typical household here earns about $91,429, above the US median of $78,538. Roughly 11.3% of residents fall below the poverty line, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $366,300, with typical rent around $1,408.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 30.2% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. About 8.8% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 34 minutes each way.
Culpeper town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Culpeper town had a population of 16,706 in 2010 and 21,464 in 2024, a 28.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,464 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.82%.
21,464
Population (2024)
16,706
Population (2010)
21,464
Peak (2024)
1.82%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,706 |
| 2011 | 16,887 |
| 2012 | 17,099 |
| 2013 | 17,377 |
| 2014 | 17,646 |
| 2015 | 17,803 |
| 2016 | 18,072 |
| 2017 | 18,386 |
| 2018 | 18,582 |
| 2019 | 18,873 |
| 2020 | 20,165 |
| 2021 | 20,557 |
| 2022 | 20,738 |
| 2023 | 21,055 |
| 2024 | 21,464 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 52.2% |
| Black or African American | 18.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$91,429
Median Household Income
$36,677
Per Capita Income
11.3%
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$366,300
Median Home Value
$1,408
Median Rent
60.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.0%
High School+
30.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.2%
Drive Alone
68.5%
Public Transit
8.8%
Work From Home
34.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
27.6%
Foreign Born
77.9%
Non-English at Home
8.2%
Veterans
7.5%
With Disability
85.3%
Health Insurance
97.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 17.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.8% |
| Manufacturing | 8.3% |
| Construction | 7.7% |
| Retail Trade | 5.7% |
| Information | 5.1% |
| Public Administration | 4.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 3.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Culpeper, Virginia has a population of 20,437 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 64th-largest city in Virginia.
The median household income in Culpeper, Virginia is $91,429, with 11.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Culpeper, Virginia is $366,300, with median monthly rent at $1,408 and a homeownership rate of 60.0%.
The median age in Culpeper, Virginia is 32.9 years. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.
The population has grown 28.5% since 2010 (16,706 → 21,464).
Culpeper town, VA Climate
Culpeper town, VA has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F) and receives about 1079 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.1°C
Avg Temp
1079
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1° / 33° | 76 mm |
| February | 2° / 36° | 74 mm |
| March | 7° / 45° | 88 mm |
| April | 13° / 55° | 81 mm |
| May | 18° / 64° | 102 mm |
| June | 22° / 72° | 99 mm |
| July | 25° / 76° | 104 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 99 mm |
| September | 20° / 68° | 97 mm |
| October | 14° / 56° | 93 mm |
| November | 8° / 47° | 89 mm |
| December | 3° / 38° | 77 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Culpeper town, VA
The most comfortable months to visit Culpeper town, VA are typically September, June and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -5°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.