Fredericksburg, Virginia Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Fredericksburg, Virginia is 28,383 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 38th-largest city in Virginia. The median household income is $85,368, the median home value is $461,500, and the median age is 31.0.

The population has grown 23.2% since 2010 (24,354 → 29,992).

28,383

Population

2716

People / sq mi

$85,368

Median Income

$461,500

Median Home Value

Get Fredericksburg's next ACS population data

Subscribe for Population Review updates by email. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

Fredericksburg covers 10.4 sq mi of land at 2716 people per square mile.

About Fredericksburg, VA

Homeownership is the standout figure in Fredericksburg: 41.6% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. With 28,383 residents, Fredericksburg is a city in Virginia. It ranks #38 among cities in Virginia by population.

The typical household here earns about $85,368, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 10.3%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $461,500, with typical rent around $1,521.

College attainment is above the local norm at 46.8%, above the national 35.0%. About 14.2% of the workforce is home-based, close to the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.

Fredericksburg city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Fredericksburg city had a population of 24,354 in 2010 and 29,992 in 2024, a 23.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 29,992 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.52%.

Fredericksburg city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

29,992

Population (2024)

24,354

Population (2010)

29,992

Peak (2024)

1.52%

Avg Annual Growth

Year	Population	Change	Annual %	Source
2010	24,354	-	-	estimate
2011	25,752	+1,398	+5.74%	estimate
2012	27,179	+1,427	+5.54%	estimate
2013	27,818	+639	+2.35%	estimate
2014	28,256	+438	+1.57%	estimate
2015	28,043	-213	-0.75%	estimate
2016	28,360	+317	+1.13%	estimate
2017	28,498	+138	+0.49%	estimate
2018	29,171	+673	+2.36%	estimate
2019	29,036	-135	-0.46%	estimate
2020	27,995	-1,041	-3.59%	estimate
2021	28,445	+450	+1.61%	estimate
2022	28,709	+264	+0.93%	estimate
2023	29,226	+517	+1.80%	estimate
2024	29,992	+766	+2.62%	estimate

Race & Ethnicity

White	58.8%
Black or African American	20.2%
Asian	0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)	2.3%
Two or More Races	0.0%

Economy & Income

$85,368

Median Household Income

$46,503

Per Capita Income

10.3%

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$461,500

Median Home Value

$1,521

Median Rent

41.6%

Owner-Occupied

Education

92.6%

High School+

46.8%

Bachelor's+

Commute

1.9%

Drive Alone

65.0%

Public Transit

14.2%

Work From Home

32.7 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

35.8%

Foreign Born

81.8%

Non-English at Home

10.9%

Veterans

9.6%

With Disability

92.1%

Health Insurance

96.5%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management	23.9%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate	17.8%
Public Administration	10.1%
Education, Health Care & Social Services	9.5%
Retail Trade	5.4%
Construction	5.1%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services	4.9%
Information	4.6%
Manufacturing	3.9%
Transportation & Warehousing	0.7%
Agriculture & Mining	0.6%

Largest cities in Virginia

Virginia Beach (457,066)Chesapeake (251,153)Arlington (235,463)Norfolk (235,037)Richmond (227,595)Newport News (184,774)Alexandria (156,788)Hampton (137,334)Roanoke (98,677)Portsmouth (97,299)View all Virginia cities →

Largest counties in Virginia

Fairfax County (1,144,474)Prince William County (484,625)Virginia Beach city (457,066)Loudoun County (427,082)Chesterfield County (371,610)

Part of Virginia

Virginia demographic profile All Virginia data →

Metro areas in Virginia

Washington (6,263,796)Virginia Beach (1,782,590)Richmond (1,327,321)Roanoke (314,661)Kingsport (309,580)Lynchburg (262,716)Charlottesville (222,937)Blacksburg (181,605)All US metros →

City rankings

US Cities by Population Cities With Highest Median Income Expensive US Cities by Home Value Youngest US Cities by Median Age Racially Diverse US Cities Cities With Highest Rent Educated US Cities Cities With Highest Work From Home Rates Cheapest US Cities by Median Home Value Cities With Lowest Rent All rankings →

Frequently Asked Questions

Fredericksburg, Virginia has a population of 28,383 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 38th-largest city in Virginia.

The median household income in Fredericksburg, Virginia is $85,368, with 10.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Fredericksburg, Virginia is $461,500, with median monthly rent at $1,521 and a homeownership rate of 41.6%.

The median age in Fredericksburg, Virginia is 31.0 years. The population is 47.2% male and 52.8% female.

The population has grown 23.2% since 2010 (24,354 → 29,992).

Where to stay in Fredericksburg

Visiting or relocating to Fredericksburg, VA? Compare hotels and short-term rentals across the metro — live availability and prices.

Availability and prices from Stay22 partners (Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia). We may earn a commission from bookings, at no extra cost to you.

More from Virginia

Population 457,066

Population 251,153

Population 235,463

Population 235,037

Population 227,595

All cities in Virginia

Full rankings of Virginia cities by population

Virginia demographic profile

Statewide data for Virginia

Virginia demographics 2026 — complete guide

Population, race, income, age, and trends across Virginia

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.