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Population Review

Frederick County, Virginia Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 23rd-largest in Virginia

The population of Frederick County, Virginia is 93,355 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 23rd-largest county in Virginia. The median household income is $95,603, the median home value is $355,000, and the median age is 40.6.

The population of Frederick County has grown 24.9% since 2010 (78,545 → 98,109), a +1.60% annualized rate.

Frederick County within Virginia · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

93,355

Population

+1.60%

Annual growth

226

People / sq mi

$95,603

Median Income

$355,000

Median Home Value

Frederick County covers 413 sq mi of land at 226.0 people per square mile.

About Frederick County, VA

Frederick County is a county in Virginia with a population of 93,355. It ranks #23 among counties in Virginia by population. The median age is 40.6, older than the national median. The population is 50.4% male and 49.6% female.

The median household income in Frederick County is $95,603, above the US median of $74,580. 4.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $355,000, with monthly rent averaging $1,402. The homeownership rate of 78.0% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Frederick County reflects 30.3% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 11.2% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 32.1 minutes each way.

Frederick County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Frederick County had a population of 78,545 in 2010 and 98,109 in 2024, a 24.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 98,109 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.60%.

2024 · 98K20102024

98,109

Population (2024)

78,545

Population (2010)

98,109

Peak (2024)

1.60%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201078,545
201179,519
201280,247
201381,494
201482,735
201583,525
201684,722
201786,568
201888,378
201989,483
202091,907
202194,009
202294,839
202396,178
202498,109

Race & Ethnicity

White82.4%
Black or African American4.2%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.4%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

40.6

Median Age

49.6%

Female

50.4%

Male

18.2%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
5.6%
5–9
5.8%
10–14
7.3%
15–19
6.2%
20–24
5.4%
25–34
12.1%
35–44
13.0%
45–54
12.6%
55–59
6.7%
60–64
7.1%
65–74
10.5%
75–84
5.6%
85+
2.1%

Children (under 15): 18.7% · Seniors (65+): 18.2%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$95,603+$4,629 vs state
Mean household income$117,692
Per-capita income$45,248
Poverty rate4.4%-2.4% vs state
Unemployment rate2.7%
Employment-to-population61.5%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
22.4%
Finance & real estate
12.7%
Manufacturing
9.8%
Construction
8.7%
Public administration
7.7%
Education & health care
7.2%
Retail trade
6.0%
Information
5.6%

The largest employment sector in Frederick County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.4% of workers.

How residents commute

0.1%

Drive alone

0.9%

Carpool

78.2%

Public transit

11.2%

Work from home

32.1 min

Avg commute

Housing

$355,000$-5,700 vs state

Median home value

$1,402

Median rent

78.0%

Homeownership rate

36,617

Total housing units

93.8%

Occupied

6.2%

Vacant

22.0%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

92.7%

With health insurance

93.6%

With broadband internet

37.9%

Foreign-born

9.1%

Veterans (18+)

11.7%

With a disability

88.3%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

89.1%

High School+

30.3%

Bachelor's+

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County rankings

Frequently Asked Questions

Frederick County, Virginia has a population of 93,355 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 23rd-largest county in Virginia. Population density is 226 people per square mile.

The population of Frederick County has grown 24.9% since 2010 (78,545 → 98,109), a +1.60% annualized rate.

The median household income in Frederick County, Virginia is $95,603, with mean (average) household income of $117,692 and per-capita income of $45,248. 4.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Frederick County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (82.4%), Black or African American (4.2%), Hispanic or Latino (1.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Frederick County, Virginia is 40.6 years. Residents are 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

The median home value in Frederick County is $355,000 and median monthly rent is $1,402. 78.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 36,617 total housing units, 6.2% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Frederick County, Virginia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.7%.

Virginia Beach is among the largest cities associated with Frederick County, Virginia, with a population of 457,066.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.