Westmoreland County, Virginia Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 82nd-largest in Virginia
The population of Westmoreland County, Virginia is 18,683 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 82nd-largest county in Virginia. The median household income is $59,766, the median home value is $244,000, and the median age is 48.0.
The population of Westmoreland County has grown 10.0% since 2010 (17,493 → 19,235), a +0.68% annualized rate.
18,683
Population
+0.68%
Annual growth
81
People / sq mi
$59,766
Median Income
$244,000
Median Home Value
Westmoreland County covers 229 sq mi of land at 81.5 people per square mile.
About Westmoreland County, VA
Age is the most distinctive thing about Westmoreland County: a median age of 48.0, older than the national median. Westmoreland County is a county in Virginia with a population of 18,683.
Median household income is $59,766, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 9.1%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $244,000, with typical rent around $991.
Roughly 19.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. About 12.1% of workers primarily work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 42 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Westmoreland County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Westmoreland County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Westmoreland County had a population of 17,493 in 2010 and 19,235 in 2024, a 10.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,235 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.68%.
19,235
Population (2024)
17,493
Population (2010)
19,235
Peak (2024)
0.68%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,493 |
| 2011 | 17,639 |
| 2012 | 17,515 |
| 2013 | 17,553 |
| 2014 | 17,440 |
| 2015 | 17,553 |
| 2016 | 17,645 |
| 2017 | 17,723 |
| 2018 | 17,818 |
| 2019 | 18,029 |
| 2020 | 18,505 |
| 2021 | 18,768 |
| 2022 | 18,704 |
| 2023 | 18,918 |
| 2024 | 19,235 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 63.7% |
| Black or African American | 24.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
48.0
Median Age
52.1%
Female
47.9%
Male
26.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 14.8% · Seniors (65+): 26.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $59,766$-31,208 vs state |
| Mean household income | $84,744 |
| Per-capita income | $37,305 |
| Poverty rate | 9.1%+2.3% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 3.7% |
| Employment-to-population | 45.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Westmoreland County is professional & business services, accounting for 15.8% of workers.
How residents commute
0.6%
Drive alone
0.6%
Carpool
76.8%
Public transit
12.1%
Work from home
41.6 min
Avg commute
Housing
$244,000$-116,700 vs state
Median home value
$991
Median rent
79.1%
Homeownership rate
11,300
Total housing units
71.1%
Occupied
28.9%
Vacant
20.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
92.5%
With health insurance
86.5%
With broadband internet
39.4%
Foreign-born
12.2%
Veterans (18+)
18.1%
With a disability
94.2%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
84.1%
High School+
19.7%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Westmoreland County, Virginia has a population of 18,683 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 82nd-largest county in Virginia. Population density is 81 people per square mile.
The population of Westmoreland County has grown 10.0% since 2010 (17,493 → 19,235), a +0.68% annualized rate.
The median household income in Westmoreland County, Virginia is $59,766, with mean (average) household income of $84,744 and per-capita income of $37,305. 9.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Westmoreland County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (63.7%), Black or African American (24.0%), 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 Westmoreland County, Virginia is 48.0 years. Residents are 52.1% female and 47.9% male.
The median home value in Westmoreland County is $244,000 and median monthly rent is $991. 79.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 11,300 total housing units, 28.9% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Westmoreland County, Virginia is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 15.8% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.7%.
Virginia Beach is among the largest cities associated with Westmoreland County, Virginia, with a population of 457,066.
Westmoreland County, VA Climate
Westmoreland County, VA has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F) and receives about 1080 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
13.9°C
Avg Temp
1080
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 2° / 36° | 84 mm |
| February | 4° / 39° | 75 mm |
| March | 8° / 46° | 94 mm |
| April | 13° / 56° | 77 mm |
| May | 18° / 65° | 105 mm |
| June | 23° / 73° | 92 mm |
| July | 25° / 77° | 105 mm |
| August | 24° / 76° | 105 mm |
| September | 21° / 69° | 96 mm |
| October | 15° / 58° | 83 mm |
| November | 10° / 49° | 82 mm |
| December | 5° / 40° | 82 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 Westmoreland County, VA
The most comfortable months to visit Westmoreland County, VA are typically September, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 31°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.