Lynchburg, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Lynchburg, Virginia is 79,255 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 12th-largest city in Virginia. The median household income is $59,808, the median home value is $211,800, and the median age is 28.4.
The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (75,548 → 80,301).
79,255
Population
1620
People / sq mi
$59,808
Median Income
$211,800
Median Home Value
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Lynchburg covers 48.9 sq mi of land at 1620 people per square mile.
About Lynchburg, VA
Lynchburg skews on age — the median resident is 28.4, younger than the national median. With 79,255 residents, Lynchburg is a city in Virginia. It ranks #12 among cities in Virginia by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $59,808, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 11.7%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $211,800, with typical rent around $1,043.
Roughly 38.5% of adults have a bachelor’s, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 11.5%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Lynchburg city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Lynchburg city had a population of 75,548 in 2010 and 80,301 in 2024, a 6.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 82,168 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.44%.
80,301
Population (2024)
75,548
Population (2010)
82,168
Peak (2019)
0.44%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 75,548 |
| 2011 | 76,584 |
| 2012 | 77,269 |
| 2013 | 77,940 |
| 2014 | 78,141 |
| 2015 | 79,134 |
| 2016 | 79,710 |
| 2017 | 80,523 |
| 2018 | 81,309 |
| 2019 | 82,168 |
| 2020 | 78,993 |
| 2021 | 79,137 |
| 2022 | 79,279 |
| 2023 | 79,775 |
| 2024 | 80,301 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 62.2% |
| Black or African American | 27.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$59,808
Median Household Income
$30,004
Per Capita Income
11.7%
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$211,800
Median Home Value
$1,043
Median Rent
49.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
90.4%
High School+
38.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.0%
Drive Alone
70.1%
Public Transit
11.5%
Work From Home
16.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
37.9%
Foreign Born
92.7%
Non-English at Home
6.4%
Veterans
12.7%
With Disability
93.5%
Health Insurance
94.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 31.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 12.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.8% |
| Manufacturing | 9.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Construction | 4.9% |
| Information | 4.5% |
| Retail Trade | 3.6% |
| Public Administration | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lynchburg, Virginia has a population of 79,255 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 12th-largest city in Virginia.
The median household income in Lynchburg, Virginia is $59,808, with 11.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Lynchburg, Virginia is $211,800, with median monthly rent at $1,043 and a homeownership rate of 49.1%.
The median age in Lynchburg, Virginia is 28.4 years. The population is 46.7% male and 53.3% female.
The population has grown 6.3% since 2010 (75,548 → 80,301).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.