Herndon, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Herndon, Virginia is 24,529 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 46th-largest city in Virginia. The median household income is $141,418, the median home value is $568,700, and the median age is 35.7.
The population has grown 7.6% since 2010 (23,399 → 25,180).
24,529
Population
5723
People / sq mi
$141,418
Median Income
$568,700
Median Home Value
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Herndon covers 4.3 sq mi of land at 5723 people per square mile.
About Herndon, VA
Among US cities, Herndon stands out first on household income: a median of $141,418, above the US median of $78,538. With 24,529 residents, Herndon is a city in Virginia. It ranks #46 among cities in Virginia by population.
Income is a real outlier — the median household pulls in $141,418, putting Herndon near the top of US cities. The poverty rate is 5.5%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $568,700, with typical rent around $2,147.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 50.3% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 19.4%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Herndon firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US cities — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Herndon town Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Herndon town had a population of 23,399 in 2010 and 25,180 in 2024, a 7.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 25,180 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.53%.
25,180
Population (2024)
23,399
Population (2010)
25,180
Peak (2024)
0.53%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 23,399 |
| 2011 | 23,838 |
| 2012 | 24,295 |
| 2013 | 24,452 |
| 2014 | 24,512 |
| 2015 | 24,513 |
| 2016 | 24,497 |
| 2017 | 24,534 |
| 2018 | 24,493 |
| 2019 | 24,601 |
| 2020 | 24,588 |
| 2021 | 24,370 |
| 2022 | 24,217 |
| 2023 | 25,042 |
| 2024 | 25,180 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 37.8% |
| Black or African American | 8.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$141,418
Median Household Income
$56,264
Per Capita Income
5.5%
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$568,700
Median Home Value
$2,147
Median Rent
62.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
83.7%
High School+
50.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
4.0%
Drive Alone
58.1%
Public Transit
19.4%
Work From Home
27.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
27.4%
Foreign Born
46.4%
Non-English at Home
5.1%
Veterans
8.2%
With Disability
80.9%
Health Insurance
98.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 29.1% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 11.2% |
| Construction | 8.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.6% |
| Public Administration | 7.3% |
| Information | 7.0% |
| Retail Trade | 6.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Manufacturing | 4.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Herndon, Virginia has a population of 24,529 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 46th-largest city in Virginia.
The median household income in Herndon, Virginia is $141,418, with 5.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Herndon, Virginia is $568,700, with median monthly rent at $2,147 and a homeownership rate of 62.7%.
The median age in Herndon, Virginia is 35.7 years. The population is 51.6% male and 48.4% female.
The population has grown 7.6% since 2010 (23,399 → 25,180).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.