Harrisonburg, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Harrisonburg, Virginia is 51,492 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 16th-largest city in Virginia. The median household income is $59,752, the median home value is $278,200, and the median age is 25.4.
The population has grown 4.4% since 2010 (48,993 → 51,164).
51,492
Population
2970
People / sq mi
$59,752
Median Income
$278,200
Median Home Value
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Harrisonburg covers 17.3 sq mi of land at 2970 people per square mile.
About Harrisonburg, VA
Harrisonburg skews on age — the median resident is 25.4, younger than the national median. With 51,492 residents, Harrisonburg is a city in Virginia. It ranks #16 among cities in Virginia by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $59,752, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 12.5%, close to the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $278,200, with typical rent around $1,120.
Roughly 36.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, near the national 35.0%. Around 8.6% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Harrisonburg city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Harrisonburg city had a population of 48,993 in 2010 and 51,164 in 2024, a 4.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 53,644 in 2017. Average annual growth rate: 0.32%.
51,164
Population (2024)
48,993
Population (2010)
53,644
Peak (2017)
0.32%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 48,993 |
| 2011 | 49,935 |
| 2012 | 51,312 |
| 2013 | 51,537 |
| 2014 | 52,542 |
| 2015 | 52,675 |
| 2016 | 53,542 |
| 2017 | 53,644 |
| 2018 | 53,488 |
| 2019 | 53,016 |
| 2020 | 51,705 |
| 2021 | 51,504 |
| 2022 | 51,207 |
| 2023 | 51,378 |
| 2024 | 51,164 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 66.5% |
| Black or African American | 7.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$59,752
Median Household Income
$27,957
Per Capita Income
12.5%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$278,200
Median Home Value
$1,120
Median Rent
39.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
83.3%
High School+
36.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.3%
Drive Alone
68.6%
Public Transit
8.6%
Work From Home
17.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
32.2%
Foreign Born
73.0%
Non-English at Home
2.7%
Veterans
10.3%
With Disability
89.8%
Health Insurance
94.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 15.5% |
| Manufacturing | 13.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.2% |
| Construction | 6.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.2% |
| Retail Trade | 3.4% |
| Information | 2.5% |
| Public Administration | 2.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Harrisonburg, Virginia has a population of 51,492 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 16th-largest city in Virginia.
The median household income in Harrisonburg, Virginia is $59,752, with 12.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Harrisonburg, Virginia is $278,200, with median monthly rent at $1,120 and a homeownership rate of 39.9%.
The median age in Harrisonburg, Virginia is 25.4 years. The population is 48.4% male and 51.6% female.
The population has grown 4.4% since 2010 (48,993 → 51,164).
Harrisonburg city, VA Climate
Harrisonburg city, VA has an average annual temperature of 11.8°C (53°F) and receives about 941 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.8°C
Avg Temp
941
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0° / 31° | 64 mm |
| February | 1° / 34° | 59 mm |
| March | 6° / 43° | 75 mm |
| April | 11° / 52° | 69 mm |
| May | 17° / 62° | 94 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 88 mm |
| July | 23° / 74° | 96 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 91 mm |
| September | 19° / 66° | 90 mm |
| October | 12° / 54° | 79 mm |
| November | 7° / 44° | 73 mm |
| December | 2° / 36° | 63 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 Harrisonburg city, VA
The most comfortable months to visit Harrisonburg city, VA are typically June, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -6°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.