Lynchburg city, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 27th-largest in Virginia
The population of Lynchburg city, Virginia is 79,255 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 27th-largest county in Virginia. The median household income is $59,808, the median home value is $211,800, and the median age is 28.4.
The population of Lynchburg city has grown 6.3% since 2010 (75,553 → 80,301), a +0.44% annualized rate.
79,255
Population
+0.44%
Annual growth
1620
People / sq mi
$59,808
Median Income
$211,800
Median Home Value
Lynchburg city covers 49 sq mi of land at 1620.2 people per square mile.
About Lynchburg city, VA
Age is the most distinctive thing about Lynchburg city: a median age of 28.4, younger than the national median. With 79,255 residents, Lynchburg city is a county in Virginia. It ranks #27 among counties in Virginia by population.
Median household income is $59,808, below the US median of $78,538. About 11.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $211,800, with typical rent around $1,043.
Lynchburg city is among the best-educated US counties: 38.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national 35.0%. A solid 11.5% of workers are based at home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Lynchburg city Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Lynchburg city had a population of 75,553 in 2010 and 80,301 in 2024, a 6.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 81,753 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: 0.44%.
80,301
Population (2024)
75,553
Population (2010)
81,753
Peak (2019)
0.44%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 75,553 |
| 2011 | 76,614 |
| 2012 | 77,326 |
| 2013 | 78,015 |
| 2014 | 78,242 |
| 2015 | 79,263 |
| 2016 | 79,871 |
| 2017 | 80,567 |
| 2018 | 81,096 |
| 2019 | 81,753 |
| 2020 | 78,993 |
| 2021 | 79,137 |
| 2022 | 79,279 |
| 2023 | 79,775 |
| 2024 | 80,301 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 62.2% |
| Black or African American | 27.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
28.4
Median Age
53.3%
Female
46.7%
Male
14.2%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.2% · Seniors (65+): 14.2%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $59,808$-31,166 vs state |
| Mean household income | $79,359 |
| Per-capita income | $30,004 |
| Poverty rate | 11.7%+4.9% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% |
| Employment-to-population | 55.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Lynchburg city is professional & business services, accounting for 31.4% of workers.
How residents commute
2.0%
Drive alone
5.2%
Carpool
70.1%
Public transit
11.5%
Work from home
16.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$211,800$-148,900 vs state
Median home value
$1,043
Median rent
49.1%
Homeownership rate
34,009
Total housing units
84.4%
Occupied
15.6%
Vacant
50.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
93.5%
With health insurance
94.8%
With broadband internet
37.9%
Foreign-born
6.4%
Veterans (18+)
12.7%
With a disability
92.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
90.4%
High School+
38.5%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lynchburg city, Virginia has a population of 79,255 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 27th-largest county in Virginia. Population density is 1620 people per square mile.
The population of Lynchburg city has grown 6.3% since 2010 (75,553 → 80,301), a +0.44% annualized rate.
The median household income in Lynchburg city, Virginia is $59,808, with mean (average) household income of $79,359 and per-capita income of $30,004. 11.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Lynchburg city, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (62.2%), Black or African American (27.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Lynchburg city, Virginia is 28.4 years. Residents are 53.3% female and 46.7% male.
The median home value in Lynchburg city is $211,800 and median monthly rent is $1,043. 49.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 34,009 total housing units, 15.6% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Lynchburg city, Virginia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 31.4% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.9%.
Virginia Beach is among the largest cities associated with Lynchburg 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.