Laurel, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Laurel, Virginia is 18,180 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 71st-largest city in Virginia. The median household income is $69,932, the median home value is $272,300, and the median age is 34.9.
18,180
Population
3374
People / sq mi
$69,932
Median Income
$272,300
Median Home Value
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Laurel covers 5.4 sq mi of land at 3374 people per square mile.
About Laurel, VA
Homeownership is the standout figure in Laurel: 50.9% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. Laurel is a city in Virginia with a population of 18,180.
The typical household here earns about $69,932, below the US median of $78,538. Only 3.6% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $272,300, with typical rent around $1,497.
27.4% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Around 13.7% of workers work from home, close to the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 43.5% |
| Black or African American | 30.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Economy & Income
$69,932
Median Household Income
$37,153
Per Capita Income
3.6%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$272,300
Median Home Value
$1,497
Median Rent
50.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.5%
High School+
27.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
73.4%
Public Transit
13.7%
Work From Home
20.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.2%
Foreign Born
76.1%
Non-English at Home
4.0%
Veterans
11.1%
With Disability
88.0%
Health Insurance
96.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.3% |
| Information | 11.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.1% |
| Public Administration | 7.5% |
| Construction | 6.7% |
| Manufacturing | 6.4% |
| Retail Trade | 5.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Laurel, Virginia has a population of 18,180 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 71st-largest city in Virginia.
The median household income in Laurel, Virginia is $69,932, with 3.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Laurel, Virginia is $272,300, with median monthly rent at $1,497 and a homeownership rate of 50.9%.
The median age in Laurel, Virginia is 34.9 years. The population is 48.5% male and 51.5% female.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.