Manassas, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Manassas, Virginia is 42,674 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 26th-largest city in Virginia. The median household income is $117,919, the median home value is $434,700, and the median age is 34.7.
The population has grown 14.1% since 2010 (38,212 → 43,616).
42,674
Population
4335
People / sq mi
$117,919
Median Income
$434,700
Median Home Value
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Manassas covers 9.8 sq mi of land at 4335 people per square mile.
About Manassas, VA
Among US cities, Manassas stands out first on household income: a median of $117,919, above the US median of $78,538. With 42,674 residents, Manassas is a city in Virginia. It ranks #26 among cities in Virginia by population.
Households take in a median $117,919, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 5.9%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $434,700, with typical rent around $1,835.
33.2% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 12.4%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Manassas firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US cities — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Manassas city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Manassas city had a population of 38,212 in 2010 and 43,616 in 2024, a 14.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 43,616 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.96%.
43,616
Population (2024)
38,212
Population (2010)
43,616
Peak (2024)
0.96%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 38,212 |
| 2011 | 39,101 |
| 2012 | 40,284 |
| 2013 | 41,082 |
| 2014 | 41,142 |
| 2015 | 41,409 |
| 2016 | 41,189 |
| 2017 | 41,141 |
| 2018 | 41,046 |
| 2019 | 41,085 |
| 2020 | 42,695 |
| 2021 | 42,770 |
| 2022 | 42,710 |
| 2023 | 43,087 |
| 2024 | 43,616 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 50.5% |
| Black or African American | 12.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$117,919
Median Household Income
$44,939
Per Capita Income
5.9%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$434,700
Median Home Value
$1,835
Median Rent
72.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
81.7%
High School+
33.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.3%
Drive Alone
69.4%
Public Transit
12.4%
Work From Home
33.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
25.1%
Foreign Born
52.6%
Non-English at Home
6.8%
Veterans
8.9%
With Disability
79.9%
Health Insurance
97.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 19.7% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.6% |
| Construction | 14.6% |
| Public Administration | 8.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.8% |
| Manufacturing | 6.1% |
| Retail Trade | 5.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Information | 4.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Manassas, Virginia has a population of 42,674 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 26th-largest city in Virginia.
The median household income in Manassas, Virginia is $117,919, with 5.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Manassas, Virginia is $434,700, with median monthly rent at $1,835 and a homeownership rate of 72.2%.
The median age in Manassas, Virginia is 34.7 years. The population is 51.1% male and 48.9% female.
The population has grown 14.1% since 2010 (38,212 → 43,616).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.