Montgomery County, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 18th-largest in Virginia
The population of Montgomery County, Virginia is 99,159 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 18th-largest county in Virginia. The median household income is $70,769, the median home value is $283,600, and the median age is 30.2.
The population of Montgomery County has grown 4.7% since 2010 (94,560 → 98,998), a +0.33% annualized rate.
99,159
Population
+0.33%
Annual growth
256
People / sq mi
$70,769
Median Income
$283,600
Median Home Value
Montgomery County covers 387 sq mi of land at 256.3 people per square mile.
About Montgomery County, VA
Montgomery County skews on age — the median resident is 30.2, younger than the national median. With 99,159 residents, Montgomery County is a county in Virginia. It ranks #18 among counties in Virginia by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $70,769 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.7%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $283,600, with typical rent around $1,206.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US counties: 48.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. Remote work is on the higher side at 12.4%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
Montgomery County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Montgomery County had a population of 94,560 in 2010 and 98,998 in 2024, a 4.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 99,584 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.33%.
98,998
Population (2024)
94,560
Population (2010)
99,584
Peak (2020)
0.33%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 94,560 |
| 2011 | 94,761 |
| 2012 | 95,698 |
| 2013 | 96,658 |
| 2014 | 97,193 |
| 2015 | 97,427 |
| 2016 | 98,302 |
| 2017 | 98,230 |
| 2018 | 98,681 |
| 2019 | 98,872 |
| 2020 | 99,584 |
| 2021 | 98,808 |
| 2022 | 98,980 |
| 2023 | 99,134 |
| 2024 | 98,998 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 82.7% |
| Black or African American | 3.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.1% |
Age & Sex
30.2
Median Age
48.3%
Female
51.7%
Male
13.7%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 12.6% · Seniors (65+): 13.7%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $70,769$-20,205 vs state |
| Mean household income | $93,218 |
| Per-capita income | $36,009 |
| Poverty rate | 7.7%+0.9% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.9% |
| Employment-to-population | 55.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Montgomery County is professional & business services, accounting for 36.0% of workers.
How residents commute
3.3%
Drive alone
5.1%
Carpool
70.3%
Public transit
12.4%
Work from home
17.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$283,600$-77,100 vs state
Median home value
$1,206
Median rent
54.7%
Homeownership rate
42,229
Total housing units
87.0%
Occupied
13.0%
Vacant
45.3%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.0%
With health insurance
95.9%
With broadband internet
35.7%
Foreign-born
4.2%
Veterans (18+)
10.5%
With a disability
89.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
95.7%
High School+
48.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Montgomery County, Virginia has a population of 99,159 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 18th-largest county in Virginia. Population density is 256 people per square mile.
The population of Montgomery County has grown 4.7% since 2010 (94,560 → 98,998), a +0.33% annualized rate.
The median household income in Montgomery County, Virginia is $70,769, with mean (average) household income of $93,218 and per-capita income of $36,009. 7.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Montgomery County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (82.7%), Black or African American (3.9%), Hispanic or Latino (0.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Montgomery County, Virginia is 30.2 years. Residents are 48.3% female and 51.7% male.
The median home value in Montgomery County is $283,600 and median monthly rent is $1,206. 54.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 42,229 total housing units, 13.0% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Montgomery County, Virginia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 36.0% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.9%.
Virginia Beach is among the largest cities associated with Montgomery County, Virginia, with a population of 457,066.
Montgomery County, VA Climate
Montgomery County, VA has an average annual temperature of 11.8°C (53°F) and receives about 1010 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.8°C
Avg Temp
1010
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0° / 32° | 67 mm |
| February | 2° / 36° | 72 mm |
| March | 7° / 44° | 86 mm |
| April | 12° / 53° | 86 mm |
| May | 16° / 61° | 99 mm |
| June | 20° / 69° | 86 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 100 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 91 mm |
| September | 19° / 65° | 88 mm |
| October | 12° / 54° | 90 mm |
| November | 7° / 44° | 76 mm |
| December | 2° / 36° | 69 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Montgomery County, VA
The most comfortable months to visit Montgomery County, VA are typically June, August and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -5°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.