Buckingham County's 2026 population is estimated at 17,369, reflecting a 0.74% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Buckingham County is the 87th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 17,092 and has grown 1.62% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 44.1 years
Female: 47.3 years
Male: 42.6 years
There are 13,959 adults, (3,536 of whom are seniors) in Buckingham County.
Female: 7,485 (44.1%)
Male: 9,491 (55.9%)
The racial composition of Buckingham County includes 61.45% White, 30.6% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 10,432 | 61.45% |
| Black or African American | 5,195 | 30.6% |
| Two or more races | 1,046 | 6.16% |
| Other race | 213 | 1.25% |
| Asian | 65 | 0.38% |
| Native American | 25 | 0.15% |
Buckingham County 's average per capita income is $43,671. Household income levels show a median of $60,828. The poverty rate stands at 12.46%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $87,373 | - |
| Families | $80,505 | $92,922 |
| Households | $60,828 | $76,646 |
| Non Families | $36,678 | $45,404 |
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