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Population Review

Sudley, Virginia Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Sudley, Virginia is 18,420 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 69th-largest city in Virginia. The median household income is $92,101, the median home value is $417,100, and the median age is 34.4.

18,420

Population

6684

People / sq mi

$92,101

Median Income

$417,100

Median Home Value

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Sudley covers 2.8 sq mi of land at 6684 people per square mile.

About Sudley, VA

Sudley stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 6,684 people per square mile. Sudley is a city in Virginia with a population of 18,420.

The typical household here earns about $92,101, above the US median of $78,538. About 7.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $417,100, with typical rent around $1,974.

Roughly 27.9% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 11.1% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.

That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Sudley: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.

Race & Ethnicity

White53.6%
Black or African American7.9%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.5%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$92,101

Median Household Income

$32,134

Per Capita Income

7.4%

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$417,100

Median Home Value

$1,974

Median Rent

60.3%

Owner-Occupied

Education

79.1%

High School+

27.9%

Bachelor's+

Commute

1.3%

Drive Alone

67.2%

Public Transit

11.1%

Work From Home

33.4 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

17.9%

Foreign Born

32.3%

Non-English at Home

6.4%

Veterans

9.8%

With Disability

74.3%

Health Insurance

95.9%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Finance, Insurance & Real Estate21.3%
Construction19.4%
Professional, Scientific & Management13.7%
Retail Trade10.3%
Education, Health Care & Social Services6.3%
Public Administration6.1%
Manufacturing3.8%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services2.9%
Transportation & Warehousing2.4%
Information2.0%
Agriculture & Mining0.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sudley, Virginia has a population of 18,420 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 69th-largest city in Virginia.

The median household income in Sudley, Virginia is $92,101, with 7.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Sudley, Virginia is $417,100, with median monthly rent at $1,974 and a homeownership rate of 60.3%.

The median age in Sudley, Virginia is 34.4 years. The population is 53.7% male and 46.3% female.


Sudley Cdp, VA Climate

Sudley Cdp, VA has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F) and receives about 991 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

13.3°C

Avg Temp

991

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Sudley Cdp, VA — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January1° / 34°72 mm
February3° / 37°67 mm
March7° / 45°81 mm
April13° / 55°77 mm
May18° / 64°97 mm
June23° / 73°89 mm
July25° / 77°87 mm
August24° / 75°92 mm
September21° / 69°89 mm
October14° / 57°80 mm
November8° / 47°83 mm
December3° / 38°77 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 Sudley Cdp, VA

The most comfortable months to visit Sudley Cdp, VA are typically September, June and August, 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.