Nelson County, VA — Demographics & Population
Population, age distribution, race & ethnicity, and education data
Population Overview
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Total Population
14,777
Male
7,520
50.9%
Female
7,257
49.1%
Median Age
51.3 yrs
Avg Household Size
2.3
Foreign Born
5.2%
Race & Ethnicity
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Age Distribution
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Education
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Bachelor's or Higher25.4%
High School or Higher48.1%
Other Demographics
Source: Census Bureau ACS (2023)Veterans
7.7%
Disability
0.0%
Non-English Home
8.5%
Married
50.3%
Nelson County, VA has a population of 14,777 according to 2023 Census Bureau estimates. The median age is 51.3 years. The largest racial or ethnic group is White at 81.5% of the population. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 5.2% of residents are foreign-born.