Richmond, VA Metro Area

Richmond, VA · Metro Area

1,341,248Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 17 counties (9 central, 8 outlying). The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $86,679
Median home value: $353,500
Land area: 4,364 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Chesterfield County, VA	Central	377,869	$101,931	$366,000
Henrico County, VA	Central	335,744	$88,783	$359,200
Richmond city, VA	Central	229,359	$64,587	$353,000
Hanover County, VA	Central	112,879	$112,805	$400,400
Prince George County, VA	Central	43,146	$84,897	$293,400
Petersburg city, VA	Central	33,537	$50,698	$189,000
Powhatan County, VA	Outlying	31,555	$110,537	$416,000
Dinwiddie County, VA	Central	28,191	$83,704	$257,800
Goochland County, VA	Outlying	26,410	$118,931	$500,600
New Kent County, VA	Outlying	25,105	$123,314	$393,600
Hopewell city, VA	Central	22,959	$54,729	$181,600
King William County, VA	Outlying	18,593	$86,056	$315,700
Colonial Heights city, VA	Central	18,352	$76,505	$246,600
Amelia County, VA	Outlying	13,462	$76,717	$282,400
Sussex County, VA	Outlying	10,765	$63,530	$183,800
King and Queen County, VA	Outlying	6,695	$70,469	$231,600
Charles City County, VA	Outlying	6,627	$75,417	$241,400

Largest cities and towns

50 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Richmond, VA	City	229,359	$64,587
Tuckahoe, VA	CDP	49,183	$102,264
Mechanicsville, VA	CDP	38,683	$98,595
Petersburg, VA	City	33,537	$50,698
Short Pump, VA	CDP	29,026	$138,845
Chester, VA	CDP	24,474	$95,104
Hopewell, VA	City	22,959	$54,729
Meadowbrook, VA	CDP	20,749	$86,054
Laurel, VA	CDP	18,721	$73,609
Colonial Heights, VA	City	18,352	$76,505
Glen Allen, VA	CDP	17,551	$92,723
Bon Air, VA	CDP	16,904	$101,879
East Highland Park, VA	CDP	15,265	$64,681
Highland Springs, VA	CDP	14,296	$57,599
Brandermill, VA	CDP	13,730	$107,396
Lakeside, VA	CDP	12,654	$72,032
Manchester, VA	CDP	12,445	$80,296
Wyndham, VA	CDP	12,099	$235,250
Rockwood, VA	CDP	10,010	$97,992
Fort Lee, VA	CDP	8,993	$82,563
Innsbrook, VA	CDP	8,578	$129,436
Montrose, VA	CDP	8,285	$49,550
Dumbarton, VA	CDP	7,997	$60,169
Bellwood, VA	CDP	7,907	$47,781
Ashland, VA	Town	7,772	$61,164

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

10%

Unemployment

4.5%

College Educated

41.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$86,679

Mean Household Income

$117,455

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

48.6%

Female

51.4%

Population Split

Male48.6%

Female51.4%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English13.3%

German9.1%

Irish8.3%

Italian3.7%

Mexican2.0%

Scottish1.9%

African1.6%

Polish1.4%

French1.4%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

8.9%Foreign Born

91.1%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized48.6%

Non-Citizen51.4%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later40.0%

Before 201060.0%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

569,714

Median Rent

$1,447/mo

Median Home Value

$353,500

Median Year Built

1984

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

309,580

College Enrollment

20.9%

High School

21.8%

College Educated

41.1%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

25.4 min

Drive Alone Rate

69.6%

Public Transit

1.0%

Work From Home

19.0%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.3%

18-34 Years

23.3%

35-64 Years

38.7%

65+ Years

16.7%

Population Composition

Under 1821.3%

18-3423.3%

35-6438.7%

65+16.7%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

45.4%

Single Parent

6.5%

Living Alone

29.6%

Avg Size

2.45

Household Types

Married Couples45.4%

Single Parent6.5%

Living Alone29.6%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$47,682

SNAP Usage

9.7%

Health Insurance

93.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k12.3%

$25k - $50k15.5%

$50k - $100k28.7%

$100k+43.5%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

6.7%

Retail Trade

10.6%

Education & Health Care

23.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

13.0%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

93.5%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

91.0%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

95.9%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

97.9

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

126.3

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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