Springfield, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Springfield, Virginia is 30,894 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 36th-largest city in Virginia. The median household income is $123,691, the median home value is $622,200, and the median age is 41.3.
30,894
Population
3938
People / sq mi
$123,691
Median Income
$622,200
Median Home Value
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Springfield covers 7.8 sq mi of land at 3938 people per square mile.
About Springfield, VA
In Springfield, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $622,200. Springfield is a city in Virginia with a population of 30,894. It ranks #36 among cities in Virginia by population.
Median household income is $123,691, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 6.0%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $622,200, with typical rent around $2,643.
College attainment is above the local norm at 45.0%, above the national 35.0%. About 15.3% of the workforce is home-based, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Springfield — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 34.6% |
| Black or African American | 11.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$123,691
Median Household Income
$51,520
Per Capita Income
6.0%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$622,200
Median Home Value
$2,643
Median Rent
66.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.7%
High School+
45.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
7.8%
Drive Alone
60.4%
Public Transit
15.3%
Work From Home
29.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
25.3%
Foreign Born
46.1%
Non-English at Home
8.5%
Veterans
10.4%
With Disability
90.0%
Health Insurance
96.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 17.8% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 15.4% |
| Public Administration | 14.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.7% |
| Construction | 7.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.6% |
| Retail Trade | 5.6% |
| Information | 5.3% |
| Manufacturing | 2.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Springfield, Virginia has a population of 30,894 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 36th-largest city in Virginia.
The median household income in Springfield, Virginia is $123,691, with 6.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Springfield, Virginia is $622,200, with median monthly rent at $2,643 and a homeownership rate of 66.6%.
The median age in Springfield, Virginia is 41.3 years. The population is 50.2% male and 49.8% female.
Springfield Cdp, VA Climate
Springfield Cdp, VA has an average annual temperature of 13.4°C (56°F) and receives about 1030 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.4°C
Avg Temp
1030
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 1° / 34° | 77 mm |
| February | 3° / 37° | 69 mm |
| March | 7° / 45° | 87 mm |
| April | 13° / 55° | 78 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 100 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 89 mm |
| July | 25° / 77° | 94 mm |
| August | 24° / 76° | 96 mm |
| September | 21° / 69° | 93 mm |
| October | 14° / 57° | 83 mm |
| November | 9° / 47° | 84 mm |
| December | 4° / 38° | 80 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 Springfield Cdp, VA
The most comfortable months to visit Springfield Cdp, VA are typically September, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -4°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.