Harrisonburg city, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 36th-largest in Virginia
The population of Harrisonburg city, Virginia is 51,492 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 36th-largest county in Virginia. The median household income is $59,752, the median home value is $278,200, and the median age is 25.4.
The population of Harrisonburg city has grown 4.4% since 2010 (48,999 → 51,164), a +0.31% annualized rate.
51,492
Population
+0.31%
Annual growth
2970
People / sq mi
$59,752
Median Income
$278,200
Median Home Value
Harrisonburg city covers 17 sq mi of land at 2970.2 people per square mile.
About Harrisonburg city, VA
Harrisonburg city is a county in Virginia with a population of 51,492. It ranks #36 among counties in Virginia by population. The median age is 25.4, younger than the national median. The population is 48.4% male and 51.6% female.
The median household income in Harrisonburg city is $59,752, below the US median of $74,580. 12.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $278,200, with monthly rent averaging $1,120. The homeownership rate of 39.9% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Harrisonburg city reflects 36.7% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 8.6% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 17.1 minutes each way.
Harrisonburg city Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Harrisonburg city had a population of 48,999 in 2010 and 51,164 in 2024, a 4.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 53,807 in 2017. Average annual growth rate: 0.32%.
51,164
Population (2024)
48,999
Population (2010)
53,807
Peak (2017)
0.32%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 48,999 |
| 2011 | 49,950 |
| 2012 | 51,336 |
| 2013 | 51,572 |
| 2014 | 52,589 |
| 2015 | 52,739 |
| 2016 | 53,685 |
| 2017 | 53,807 |
| 2018 | 53,715 |
| 2019 | 53,379 |
| 2020 | 51,705 |
| 2021 | 51,504 |
| 2022 | 51,207 |
| 2023 | 51,378 |
| 2024 | 51,164 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 66.5% |
| Black or African American | 7.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
25.4
Median Age
51.6%
Female
48.4%
Male
10.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 14.5% · Seniors (65+): 10.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $59,752$-31,222 vs state |
| Mean household income | $80,210 |
| Per-capita income | $27,957 |
| Poverty rate | 12.5%+5.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 4.3% |
| Employment-to-population | 56.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Harrisonburg city is professional & business services, accounting for 24.4% of workers.
How residents commute
1.3%
Drive alone
5.7%
Carpool
68.6%
Public transit
8.6%
Work from home
17.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$278,200$-82,500 vs state
Median home value
$1,120
Median rent
39.9%
Homeownership rate
18,654
Total housing units
92.9%
Occupied
7.1%
Vacant
60.1%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
89.8%
With health insurance
94.8%
With broadband internet
32.2%
Foreign-born
2.7%
Veterans (18+)
10.3%
With a disability
73.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
83.3%
High School+
36.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Harrisonburg city, Virginia has a population of 51,492 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 36th-largest county in Virginia. Population density is 2970 people per square mile.
The population of Harrisonburg city has grown 4.4% since 2010 (48,999 → 51,164), a +0.31% annualized rate.
The median household income in Harrisonburg city, Virginia is $59,752, with mean (average) household income of $80,210 and per-capita income of $27,957. 12.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Harrisonburg city, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (66.5%), Black or African American (7.6%), Hispanic or Latino (1.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Harrisonburg city, Virginia is 25.4 years. Residents are 51.6% female and 48.4% male.
The median home value in Harrisonburg city is $278,200 and median monthly rent is $1,120. 39.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 18,654 total housing units, 7.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Harrisonburg city, Virginia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 24.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 4.3%.
Virginia Beach is among the largest cities associated with Harrisonburg city, 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.