Virginia Population Demographics

  • State: Virginia (USA)
  • Total population (2023 estimate): 8,715,698; 2020 Census: 8,631,393 (≈+1.0% since 2020)
  • Land area: 39,490 sq mi (102,279 km²)
  • Population density (2023): 221 people/sq mi (85 people/km²)
  • Median age (2022 ACS): 38.5 years; Under 18: 21.9%; Age 65+: 16.8%
  • Sex composition (2022 ACS): 50.8% female, 49.2% male
  • Racial/ethnic composition (2022 ACS):
    • White (non-Hispanic): 60.7%
    • Black or African American: 18.9%
    • Hispanic or Latino (any race): 10.6%
    • Asian: 7.0%
    • Two or more races: 3.1%
    • Other (including American Indian/Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander): 0.7%
  • Insights: Virginia is moderately dense for the region, demographically diverse, and experiencing modest growth with a balanced working-age profile and gradual aging; shares may not total 100% due to rounding

Important Facts About Virginia

  • Virginia (capital Richmond; largest city Virginia Beach) has 8.7 million residents over 42,775 sq mi; nicknamed the Old Dominion and the Mother of Presidents (8 presidents).
  • Key history: Jamestown 1607; Yorktown 1781 decisive victory; Richmond served as Confederate capital; Historic Triangle draws millions.
  • Architectural landmarks: Monticello and the University of Virginia (UNESCO), Colonial Williamsburg, and the Pentagon.
  • Natural features: Shenandoah National Park (199,000 acres) with the 105‑mile Skyline Drive; the 215‑ft Natural Bridge; Chincoteague ponies; Virginia hosts the longest share of the Appalachian Trail.
  • Defense hub: Naval Station Norfolk (world’s largest naval base) and Newport News Shipbuilding (sole builder of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers).
  • High‑tech economy: Northern Virginia is the world’s largest data‑center market; Amazon HQ2 and major federal contractors anchor growth.
  • Global trade: The Port of Virginia’s 55‑ft‑deep channels—the deepest on the U.S. East Coast—accommodate ultra‑large container ships.
  • Economy: Agriculture and forestry generate $70+ billion and 334,000+ jobs; leading outputs include poultry, cattle, soybeans, timber, and oysters; tourism tops $30 billion in annual visitor spending.

Virginia Email User Demographics

  • Estimated email users: about 7.7 million Virginians (roughly 88–90% of the state’s ~8.7 million residents), reflecting near-saturation among adults.
  • Age distribution of email users (tracks Virginia’s population): under 18 ~23%; 18–24 ~9%; 25–44 ~27%; 45–64 ~25%; 65+ ~16%.
  • Gender breakdown: female ~50.8%; male ~49.2%.
  • Racial/ethnic composition of email users (mirrors population): White (non-Hispanic) ~60%; Black ~19%; Hispanic/Latino ~11%; Asian ~8%; Two or more/other ~4%.
  • Population density (context): about 219 people per square mile statewide.
  • Insight: Email use is effectively universal among working-age Virginians; remaining growth is concentrated among older adults and newly connected households.

Phone Usage Statistics in Virginia State

  • Population context: Virginia has ~8.72 million residents (2023) over 39,490 sq mi; population density ~221 people per sq mi.
  • Estimated mobile phone users: ~7.2 million residents (ages 13+) based on ~97% adult cellphone and ~95% teen (13–17) ownership.
  • Age distribution of phone users (rounded): 13–17 ~7%, 18–24 ~11%, 25–44 ~34%, 45–64 ~31%, 65+ ~17%.
  • Gender among users: female ~50.9%, male ~49.1% (mirrors population due to near‑universal ownership).
  • Racial/ethnic composition among users (mirrors state demographics): Non-Hispanic White ~60%, Black ~20%, Asian ~7.6%, Two or more races ~3–4%, American Indian/Alaska Native ~0.5%, Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander ~0.1%; Hispanic/Latino (any race) ~10.6%.
  • Insight: With very high mobile penetration among adults, the demographics of phone users closely track Virginia’s overall population, with the largest user share in working-age groups (25–64).

Social Media User Statistics in Virginia

  • Virginia social media users: ≈7.1M (≈82% of 8.7M residents, 2024).
  • Age distribution of users: 13–17: 6%; 18–29: 22%; 30–49: 36%; 50–64: 23%; 65+: 13%.
  • Gender breakdown: Female 52%; Male 47%; Nonbinary/other 1%.
  • Platform users in Virginia (estimates; overlaps expected):
    • Google/YouTube: ≈6.1M
    • Facebook: ≈4.7M
    • Instagram: ≈3.4M
    • Twitter (X): ≈1.6M
    • Discord: ≈1.0M
    • Tinder: ≈340,000
    • Bumble: ≈270,000
    • OnlyFans: ≈200,000
  • Insights: Younger adults (18–29) dominate Instagram, YouTube, Discord, Tinder, and Bumble; Facebook skews 30+ with strong 50+ usage; OnlyFans users are concentrated 18–34 and male-skewed; Twitter/X engagement is highest among news- and tech-interested cohorts.
  • Method: Modeled from recent U.S. platform-usage rates applied to Virginia’s population and age mix; figures are rounded, user bases overlap, and represent likely active users rather than total registrations.

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Counties in Virginia