Charlottesville city's 2026 population is estimated at 44,167, reflecting a -0.5% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Charlottesville city is the 40th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 43,467 and has grown 1.61% since 2010.
Overall: 33.1 years
Female: 33.9 years
Male: 32.5 years
There are 37,957 adults, (6,118 of whom are seniors) in Charlottesville city.
Female: 23,561 (51.9%)
Male: 21,876 (48.1%)
The racial composition of Charlottesville city includes 66.49% White, 15.63% Black or African American, 7.06% Asian, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 30,209 | 66.49% |
| Black or African American | 7,103 | 15.63% |
| Two or more races | 3,854 | 8.48% |
| Asian | 3,207 | 7.06% |
| Other race | 1,034 | 2.28% |
| Native American | 30 | 0.07% |
Charlottesville city 's average per capita income is $55,898. Household income levels show a median of $74,824. The poverty rate stands at 19.65%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $167,135 | - |
| Families | $119,149 | $165,990 |
| Households | $74,824 | $115,236 |
| Non Families | $48,511 | $72,063 |
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