Buena Vista city's 2026 population is estimated at 6,733, reflecting a 0.91% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Buena Vista city is the 123rd largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 6,613 and has grown 1.81% since 2010.
Overall: 35.9 years
Female: 38.2 years
Male: 35.2 years
There are 5,141 adults, (1,240 of whom are seniors) in Buena Vista city.
Female: 3,392 (51.4%)
Male: 3,201 (48.6%)
The racial composition of Buena Vista city includes 84.68% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Native American, Asian, other race, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,583 | 84.68% |
| Two or more races | 670 | 10.16% |
| Black or African American | 134 | 2.03% |
| Native American | 83 | 1.26% |
| Asian | 68 | 1.03% |
| Other race | 32 | 0.49% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 23 | 0.35% |
Buena Vista city 's average per capita income is $43,085. Household income levels show a median of $57,833. The poverty rate stands at 18.84%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $63,963 | - |
| Families | $62,339 | $73,974 |
| Households | $57,833 | $63,830 |
| Non Families | $30,559 | $39,595 |
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