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.
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
Among US counties, Frederick County stands out first on household income: a median of $95,603, above the US median of $78,538. With 93,355 residents, Frederick County is a county in Virginia. It ranks #23 among counties in Virginia by population.
Earnings sit at the high end: a median household income of $95,603, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US counties, at 4.4% — below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $355,000, with typical rent around $1,402.
College attainment is above the local norm at 30.3%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 11.2%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Frederick County firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US counties — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
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%.
98,109
Population (2024)
78,545
Population (2010)
98,109
Peak (2024)
1.60%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 78,545 |
| 2011 | 79,519 |
| 2012 | 80,247 |
| 2013 | 81,494 |
| 2014 | 82,735 |
| 2015 | 83,525 |
| 2016 | 84,722 |
| 2017 | 86,568 |
| 2018 | 88,378 |
| 2019 | 89,483 |
| 2020 | 91,907 |
| 2021 | 94,009 |
| 2022 | 94,839 |
| 2023 | 96,178 |
| 2024 | 98,109 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 82.4% |
| Black or African American | 4.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
40.6
Median Age
49.6%
Female
50.4%
Male
18.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
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 rate | 4.4%-2.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.7% |
| Employment-to-population | 61.5% |
Top Industries by Employment
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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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.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.