Lake Ridge, VA โ City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Prince William County ยท Virginia
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Lake Ridge based on 8 key metrics โ compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
45,007
2023 ACS
Median Income
$120,844
2023
Median Home Value
$452,800
2023
Median Rent
$2,011
2023
Median Age
37.4
Unemployment
3.9%
Cost of Living Index
180.0
100 = national avg
Lake Ridge is a city in Prince William County, Virginia, with a population of 45,007 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Lake Ridge is one of the communities in Virginia.
The median household income in Lake Ridge is $120,844, and the median home value is $452,800. The cost of living index is 180.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $2,011 per month. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, and the median age is 37.4 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
45,007
Male
21,619
48.0%
Female
23,388
52.0%
Median Age
37.4
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
33.6%
High School or Higher
45.0%
Foreign Born
24.8%
Veterans
9.7%
Married
41.8%
Avg Household Size
2.9
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.656
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
47.9%
Foreign Born
24.8%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
19.4%
8,713 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
80.6%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
42,139
English Only
67.8%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
5,778 speakers
Limited English
10.1%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
89.9%
Limited English Proficiency
10.1%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
4,374
9.7% of population
Disability Rate
37.3%
1,630 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$104,455
Unemployment Rate
0.9%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
3,636
83.1%
Female Veterans
738
16.9%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$104,455
Non-Veteran Income
$53,269
Difference
$51,186
96.1% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
1,630
Without Disability
2,744
Disability Rate
37.3%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
27,721
#1 Ancestry
German
9.4% (4,218)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
9.2% (4,136)
#3 Ancestry
English
8.9% (4,019)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
15,732
Family Households
11,405
72.5%
Married Couples
8,315
52.9%
Non-Family Households
4,327
27.5%
Single Mother Households
2,230
14.2%
Single Father Households
860
5.5%
Living Alone
3,673
23.3%
Children Under 18
Total Children
9,838
In Married Couple
7,447
75.7%
With Single Mother
1,710
17.4%
With Single Father
681
6.9%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$134,892
Married Couple Income
$151,078
Single Mother Income
$98,470
Single Father Income
$72,191
Avg Family Size
2.9
Avg Non-Family Size
2.3
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
984
Grandparents Responsible
103
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$120,844
+65% vs national
Per Capita Income
$51,112
+38% vs national
Poverty Rate
5.8%
-58% vs national
Gini Index
0.3700
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
3.9%
-25% vs national
SNAP Recipients
5.3%
of households
How Lake Ridge Compares
Lake Ridge vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Lake Ridge is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Lake Ridge, VA has a median household income of $120,844, making it the 2,683rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Lake Ridge has a higher median household income than 90% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Lake Ridge, VA has a per capita income of $51,112, making it the 4,224th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Lake Ridge has a higher per capita income than 85% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Lake Ridge, VA has a poverty rate of 5.8%, making it the 22,677th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Lake Ridge has a higher poverty rate than 27% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Lake Ridge, VA has a unemployment rate of 3.9%, making it the 14,783rd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Lake Ridge has a higher unemployment rate than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Lake Ridge. The median household income here is $120,844.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
3.9%
-13% vs VA avg
Labor Force
24,775
Employed
23,218
Mean Commute
32 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
33.6%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
45.0%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.4
Work from Home
17.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Lawyers
Top Median Wage
$191.9K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
180.0
100 = national avg
+80.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$79,210
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$187,223
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$2,015
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,246
per month
The median household income in Lake Ridge, VA is $120,844, which is 65.0% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $51,112. The poverty rate of 5.8% is lower than the VA state average of 12.2%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3700, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, compared to the state average of 4.5%. The labor force is 24,775. 33.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 32 minutes, with 17.9% working from home. About 66.7% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 180.0, which is 80.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 224.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $79,210 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin โ January 2026
Median Sale Price
$500,000
Median List Price
$482,500
Price Per Sq Ft
$253
Days on Market
51
Active Inventory
40
Months of Supply
1.6
Seller's market
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
20.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
54.5%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.2%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
25
New Listings
28
Pending Sales
22
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$253
Median List $/SF
$259
Lake Ridge vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Lake Ridge is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Lake Ridge, VA has a median home value of $452,800, making it the 3,618th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Lake Ridge has a higher median home value than 87% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Lake Ridge, VA has a median rent of $2,011, making it the 1,626th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Lake Ridge has a higher median rent than 93% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Lake Ridge, VA has a price per square foot of $253, making it the 5,119th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Lake Ridge has a higher price per square foot than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Lake Ridge, VA has a rent burden of 20.0%, making it the 8,822nd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Lake Ridge has a higher rent burden than 60% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$452,800
Median Rent
$2,011
Total Housing Units
16,251
Vacancy Rate
3.2%
Owner Occupied
76.1%
Renter Occupied
23.9%
Median Property Tax
$4,377
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$2,151
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$4,377
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.97%
of home value
Median Home Value
$452,800
Estimated Mean Tax
$4,318
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($4,377) by the median home value ($452,800). In Lake Ridge, VA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.97%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Lake Ridge, VA is $500,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 51 days on the market. 20.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 1.6 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $253. The median rent is $2,011 per month (Census ACS). About 76.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1986. There are 16,251 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $4,377. The effective tax rate is 0.97%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Lake Ridge. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
83.2
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
87.7
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
10.6
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
40.2
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
19
Public Assistance
$18.8M
Individual Assistance
$1.9M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
6 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 22 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
483
Total Claims Paid
$5,812,022
Avg Claim Payout
$12,033
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
6
Federal Funding
$3,505,939
Properties Protected
1
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.96
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $410,000 |
| 500.3: Flood Control - Dam | 1 | $1,875,000 |
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 1 | $25,000 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 1 | $245,939 |
| 91.2: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan - NEW | 1 | $950,000 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Lake Ridge has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are heat wave, lightning, winter weather. The area has had 19 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (6 declarations). 483 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $18,838,691 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,899,064 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 6 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
33.9%
2.2pp below the national average
Depression Rate
20.8%
2.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
10.7%
1.2pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
8.9%
1.7pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
36.1%
Arthritis
22.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.5%
Teeth Lost (65+)
7.9%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
14.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.8%
Loneliness
33.1%
Lack of Support
21.2%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
27.1%
Mobility
11.4%
Cognitive
12.5%
Hearing
5.0%
Vision
4.1%
Self-Care
2.9%
Independent Living
6.5%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Lake Ridge has an obesity rate of 33.9%, which is 2.2pp below the national average. The depression rate is 20.8%, 2.7pp below the national average. About 8.9% of adults lack health insurance. 79.8% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
3.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
5.0 mi
Sentara Northern Virginia Medi...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center | 5.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Fort Belvoir Community Hospital | 8.0 mi | Acute Care - Department of Defense | โ | Yes |
| Novant Prince William Medical Center | 10.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Inova Mount Vernon Hospital | 11.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Inova Alexandria Hospital | 13.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
32 min
+35% vs national
Drive Alone
66.7%
-15% vs national
Public Transit
3.4%
+273% vs national
Work From Home
17.9%
+92% vs national
Carpool
10.4%
Walk
0.4%
How Lake Ridge's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
The average commute in Lake Ridge, VA is 32 minutes, which is 35.0% above the national average of 23 minutes. 66.7% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 17.9% work from home, which is above the VA state average of 12.1%. Public transit is used by 3.4% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 10.4% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
97.2%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
90.0%
of households
No Internet
1.4%
of households
Total Households
15,732
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
98.4%
of households
Smartphone
95.6%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
93.1%
of households
Tablet
75.8%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.4ยข
per kWh
-24% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.7ยข
per kWh
-44% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
9.0ยข
per kWh
-24% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$149
residential
+1% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
16% below the national average of 17.1ยข/kWh
Residential electricity in Virginia averages 14.4ยข per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1ยข. The average monthly electric bill is $149. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Lake Ridge vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (ยข/kWh)
Commercial Rate (ยข/kWh)
Industrial Rate (ยข/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
97.2% of households in Lake Ridge have broadband internet access. 90.0% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 6.2% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 1.4% of households have no internet access.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Lake Ridge is located in Prince William County, VA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Lake Ridge.
Election Overview
Source: Prince William County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
131,128
57.6%
GOP Votes
90,203
39.6%
Total Votes
227,591
Margin
D+18.0%
Shift from 2020
R+9.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 131,128 | 90,203 | 227,591 | 57.6% | 39.6% | D+18.0 |
| 2020 | 142,863 | 81,222 | 228,056 | 62.6% | 35.6% | D+27.0 |
| 2016 | 83,093 | 54,065 | 144,854 | 57.4% | 37.3% | D+20.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Prince William County recorded 227,591 total votes. Democrats won the county with 57.6% of the vote compared to 39.6% for Republicans, a margin of D+18.0%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+9.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Prince William County has shifted 2.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
9
Total Assets
$90.4M
Total Income
$36.7M
Per 10K Residents
2.0
nonprofits
-96.2% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
2
Median Assets
$45.2M
Oldest Active
1990
ruling year
Newest Org
2024
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Lake Ridge
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT COMMUNITY INC | Human Services | $79.6M | $32.0M | 1990 | |
| INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION PLAN INC | Public Benefit | $10.8M | $4.6M | 1995 |
Lake Ridge, VA has 9 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $90.4M. The most common category is Education, with 3 organizations. 2 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 2.0 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1990.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
13
Total Approved
$4.4M
Jobs Supported
82
Per 10K Residents
2.9
SBA loans
-95.6% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
7
Top Lender
Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company
3 loans
Top Industry
Other Services
Data Span
1996โ2024
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
10
Total Amount
$2.7M
Avg Loan
$273,800
Median Loan
$100,000
SBA Guaranteed
$1.7M(63%)
Jobs Supported
32
Loans
3
Total Amount
$1.7M
Avg Loan
$558,000
Median Loan
$585,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
3
23% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$464K
11% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$154,667
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tackett's Mill Car Wash | 1 | $1.7M |
| Prince William Academy | 1 | $875K |
| Tacketts Mill Car Wash, L.l.c. | 1 | $585K |
| Car Doctor Auto Center Inc. | 1 | $328K |
| Caring Loft Llc | 1 | $214K |
| Green Barrel the | 1 | $180K |
| Chili on Top Llc | 1 | $150K |
| Model Tee Contracting Services Inc | 1 | $100K |
| Steel City Glass Llc | 1 | $100K |
| Race Thunder Llc | 1 | $75K |
Lake Ridge, VA has received 13 SBA loans totaling $4.4M in approved funding between 1996 and 2024. The 7(a) program accounts for 10 loans (77% of the total), supporting 32 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 3 loans totaling $1.7M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Other Services. The most active SBA lender in Lake Ridge is Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company with 3 loans. That works out to 2.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
20
Total Population
627,071
Avg Median Income
$149,990
Avg Home Value
$597,510
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20111 | 38,153 | $109,785 | $449,400 | $2,020 | 16.4 |
| 20112 | 29,617 | $191,108 | $615,700 | $2,158 | 33.9 |
| 20124 | 14,557 | $218,942 | $870,200 | $2,307 | 21.7 |
| 22015 | 44,730 | $166,016 | $666,500 | $2,441 | 8.5 |
| 22025 | 18,934 | $135,957 | $497,700 | $2,205 | 9.6 |
| 22026 | 21,025 | $114,512 | $436,300 | $1,802 | 8.4 |
| 22032 | 29,172 | $175,913 | $736,500 | $2,269 | 7.2 |
| 22039 | 19,034 | $250,001 | $973,800 | $2,426 | 23.6 |
| 22060 | 10,261 | $102,162 | $647,900 | $3,154 | 13.1 |
| 22079 | 36,523 | $140,817 | $600,800 | $2,457 | 28.4 |
| 22125 | 839 | $166,250 | $485,200 | $2,000 | 0.1 |
| 22150 | 27,770 | $120,406 | $617,600 | $2,631 | 7.6 |
| 22151 | 17,376 | $160,187 | $636,200 | $2,502 | 5.1 |
| 22152 | 29,066 | $159,557 | $620,200 | $2,495 | 6.0 |
| 22153 | 32,656 | $169,638 | $652,300 | $2,723 | 8.9 |
| 22172 | 12,046 | $113,043 | $509,600 | $1,588 | 20.6 |
| 22191 | 73,755 | $107,993 | $432,600 | $2,069 | 15.4 |
| 22192 | 59,034 | $122,005 | $465,500 | $2,012 | 19.2 |
| 22193 | 83,798 | $119,273 | $427,200 | $1,868 | 18.3 |
| 22315 | 28,725 | $156,230 | $609,000 | $2,396 | 5.5 |
Lake Ridge, VA has 20 ZIP codes with a combined population of 627,071. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $149,990. The average median home value is $597,510. The average median monthly rent is $2,276.
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