Demographics in Emporia, VA

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Emporia?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

5,633

Male

2,619

46.5%

Female

3,014

53.5%

Median Age

39.5

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

20.6%

Black

64.0%

Hispanic

8.4%

Asian

0.6%

Two or More

14.8%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

9.8%

High School or Higher

34.2%

Foreign Born

4.0%

Veterans

6.4%

Married

28.2%

Avg Household Size

2.4

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Emporia, VA has a population of 5,633 with a median age of 39.5. The racial makeup is 20.6% White, 8.4% Hispanic, 64.0% Black, 0.6% Asian. About 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 4.0%.