Virginia State Data

Connect with Your State Leaders in Virginia

Meet the key players in Virginia's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Virginia.

Key executive branch officials

  • GovernorGlenn Youngkin (R) - The state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
  • Secretary of Statenan (I) - Oversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.

Key legislative branch officials

  • Speaker of the HouseDon Scott (Virginia) (D) - Leads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.

2020 Census Data Shown

Key statewide indicators for Virginia from the 2020 Census: population, median age, median household income, education attainment, poverty and uninsured rates, and broadband access.

Updated: 2025-09-25

Population in Virginia (2020): 8.7 million residents

What is the total population of Virginia?

Virginia has 8.7 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.

Total Population

Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.

Median age in Virginia: 38.8 years

What is the median age in Virginia?

The median age in Virginia is 38.8 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.

Median Age

Half of residents are younger, half older than this age.

Median household income in Virginia: $90,974

What is the median household income in Virginia?

The median household income in Virginia is $90,974. See how income varies by district on district demographics.

Median Household Income

Midpoint of household income distribution (in dollars).

Education in Virginia: HS or higher 18.1%; bachelor's or higher 41.5%

What share of adults in Virginia have a high school or bachelor's degree?

In Virginia, 18.1% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 41.5% have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Education Levels

Share of adults 25+ with at least a high school diploma or a bachelor's degree.

Poverty and uninsured in Virginia: poverty 9.9%; uninsured 7.1%

What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Virginia?

In Virginia, the poverty rate is 9.9% and the uninsured rate is 7.1%.

Poverty & Uninsured

Percent of people below the federal poverty line and the share without health insurance.

Broadband in Virginia: 3,326,260 subscriptions

How many households in Virginia have broadband?

In Virginia, broadband access is 3,326,260 subscriptions. Number of broadband subscriptions reported.

Broadband

Number of broadband subscriptions reported.

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