King George County, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 66th-largest in Virginia
The population of King George County, Virginia is 27,468 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 66th-largest county in Virginia. The median household income is $110,517, the median home value is $395,900, and the median age is 38.3.
The population of King George County has grown 21.6% since 2010 (23,697 → 28,816), a +1.41% annualized rate.
27,468
Population
+1.41%
Annual growth
153
People / sq mi
$110,517
Median Income
$395,900
Median Home Value
King George County covers 180 sq mi of land at 152.9 people per square mile.
About King George County, VA
Among US counties, King George County stands out first on household income: a median of $110,517, above the US median of $78,538. With 27,468 residents, King George County is a county in Virginia.
Earnings sit at the high end: a median household income of $110,517, above the US median of $78,538. Hardship is rare relative to US counties: a poverty rate of just 4.2%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is expensive: the median home is worth $395,900, with typical rent around $1,426.
College attainment is above the local norm at 35.8%, near the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 13.0%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 36 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place King George County firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US counties — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
King George County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of King George County had a population of 23,697 in 2010 and 28,816 in 2024, a 21.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 28,816 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.41%.
28,816
Population (2024)
23,697
Population (2010)
28,816
Peak (2024)
1.41%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 23,697 |
| 2011 | 24,277 |
| 2012 | 24,615 |
| 2013 | 24,909 |
| 2014 | 25,284 |
| 2015 | 25,442 |
| 2016 | 25,982 |
| 2017 | 26,379 |
| 2018 | 26,673 |
| 2019 | 26,981 |
| 2020 | 26,827 |
| 2021 | 27,548 |
| 2022 | 27,867 |
| 2023 | 28,422 |
| 2024 | 28,816 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 71.2% |
| Black or African American | 15.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
38.3
Median Age
49.5%
Female
50.5%
Male
14.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 20.5% · Seniors (65+): 14.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $110,517+$19,543 vs state |
| Mean household income | $126,189 |
| Per-capita income | $47,046 |
| Poverty rate | 4.2%-2.6% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.5% |
| Employment-to-population | 63.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in King George County is public administration, accounting for 22.1% of workers.
How residents commute
1.5%
Drive alone
0.8%
Carpool
75.3%
Public transit
13.0%
Work from home
36.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$395,900+$35,200 vs state
Median home value
$1,426
Median rent
76.1%
Homeownership rate
10,540
Total housing units
93.7%
Occupied
6.3%
Vacant
23.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
96.2%
With health insurance
96.0%
With broadband internet
46.7%
Foreign-born
14.6%
Veterans (18+)
10.4%
With a disability
94.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
91.1%
High School+
35.8%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
King George County, Virginia has a population of 27,468 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 66th-largest county in Virginia. Population density is 153 people per square mile.
The population of King George County has grown 21.6% since 2010 (23,697 → 28,816), a +1.41% annualized rate.
The median household income in King George County, Virginia is $110,517, with mean (average) household income of $126,189 and per-capita income of $47,046. 4.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In King George County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (71.2%), Black or African American (15.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1.1%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in King George County, Virginia is 38.3 years. Residents are 49.5% female and 50.5% male.
The median home value in King George County is $395,900 and median monthly rent is $1,426. 76.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 10,540 total housing units, 6.3% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in King George County, Virginia is public administration, employing 22.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.
Virginia Beach is among the largest cities associated with King George 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.