Demographics in Galax, VA

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

Where is Galax?

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Population

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

Total Population

6,698

Male

2,970

44.3%

Female

3,728

55.7%

Median Age

41.9

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

80.4%

Black

4.9%

Hispanic

15.8%

Asian

0.1%

Two or More

8.6%

Other

5.2%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

12.2%

High School or Higher

29.1%

Foreign Born

5.6%

Veterans

6.9%

Married

38.7%

Avg Household Size

2.3

Marital Status by Age

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

Galax, VA has a population of 6,698 with a median age of 41.9. The racial makeup is 80.4% White, 15.8% Hispanic, 4.9% Black. About 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 5.6%.