Patrick County, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 86th-largest in Virginia
The population of Patrick County, Virginia is 17,606 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 86th-largest county in Virginia. The median household income is $50,938, the median home value is $146,500, and the median age is 51.0.
The population of Patrick County has declined 6.3% since 2010 (18,474 → 17,308), a -0.46% annualized rate.
17,606
Population
-0.46%
Annual growth
36
People / sq mi
$50,938
Median Income
$146,500
Median Home Value
Patrick County covers 483 sq mi of land at 36.5 people per square mile.
About Patrick County, VA
Patrick County skews on age — the median resident is 51.0, older than the national median. Patrick County is a county in Virginia with a population of 17,606.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $50,938, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.1%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $146,500, with typical rent around $721.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US counties: 15.2% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. A solid 11.1% of workers are based at home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Patrick County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Patrick County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Patrick County had a population of 18,474 in 2010 and 17,308 in 2024, a -6.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 18,474 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.46%.
17,308
Population (2024)
18,474
Population (2010)
18,474
Peak (2010)
-0.46%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 18,474 |
| 2011 | 18,339 |
| 2012 | 18,339 |
| 2013 | 18,256 |
| 2014 | 18,185 |
| 2015 | 17,972 |
| 2016 | 17,830 |
| 2017 | 17,727 |
| 2018 | 17,659 |
| 2019 | 17,592 |
| 2020 | 17,591 |
| 2021 | 17,654 |
| 2022 | 17,569 |
| 2023 | 17,440 |
| 2024 | 17,308 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.1% |
| Black or African American | 5.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
51.0
Median Age
49.5%
Female
50.5%
Male
27.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 14.1% · Seniors (65+): 27.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $50,938$-40,036 vs state |
| Mean household income | $73,865 |
| Per-capita income | $32,864 |
| Poverty rate | 8.1%+1.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 1.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 49.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Patrick County is professional & business services, accounting for 23.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
2.0%
Carpool
76.1%
Public transit
11.1%
Work from home
31.9 min
Avg commute
Housing
$146,500$-214,200 vs state
Median home value
$721
Median rent
77.2%
Homeownership rate
10,006
Total housing units
77.9%
Occupied
22.1%
Vacant
22.8%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
94.4%
With health insurance
87.0%
With broadband internet
39.5%
Foreign-born
9.3%
Veterans (18+)
21.3%
With a disability
96.6%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
84.4%
High School+
15.2%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Patrick County, Virginia has a population of 17,606 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 86th-largest county in Virginia. Population density is 36 people per square mile.
The population of Patrick County has declined 6.3% since 2010 (18,474 → 17,308), a -0.46% annualized rate.
The median household income in Patrick County, Virginia is $50,938, with mean (average) household income of $73,865 and per-capita income of $32,864. 8.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Patrick County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (91.1%), Black or African American (5.4%), Hispanic or Latino (0.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Patrick County, Virginia is 51.0 years. Residents are 49.5% female and 50.5% male.
The median home value in Patrick County is $146,500 and median monthly rent is $721. 77.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 10,006 total housing units, 22.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Patrick County, Virginia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 23.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.0%.
Virginia Beach is among the largest cities associated with Patrick County, Virginia, with a population of 457,066.
Patrick County, VA Climate
Patrick County, VA has an average annual temperature of 12.4°C (54°F) and receives about 1252 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.4°C
Avg Temp
1252
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / 35° | 85 mm |
| February | 3° / 38° | 90 mm |
| March | 7° / 45° | 109 mm |
| April | 12° / 54° | 105 mm |
| May | 16° / 62° | 118 mm |
| June | 20° / 69° | 105 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 121 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 104 mm |
| September | 19° / 66° | 116 mm |
| October | 13° / 55° | 113 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 98 mm |
| December | 4° / 38° | 88 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 Patrick County, VA
The most comfortable months to visit Patrick 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 -4°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.