Essex County, VA — Demographics & Population
Population, age distribution, race & ethnicity, and education data
Population Overview
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Total Population
10,604
Male
4,828
45.5%
Female
5,776
54.5%
Median Age
47.1 yrs
Avg Household Size
2.4
Foreign Born
3.1%
Race & Ethnicity
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Age Distribution
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Education
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Bachelor's or Higher12.8%
High School or Higher41.5%
Other Demographics
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Veterans
5.9%
Disability
0.0%
Non-English Home
10.4%
Married
45.1%
Essex County, VA has a population of 10,604 according to 2023 Census Bureau estimates. The median age is 47.1 years. The largest racial or ethnic group is White at 55.9% of the population. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 3.1% of residents are foreign-born.