Essex County's 2026 population is estimated at 10,631, reflecting a -0.22% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Essex County is the 115th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 11,145 and has grown -4.61% since 2010.
Overall: 47.1 years
Female: 45.2 years
Male: 50 years
There are 8,723 adults, (2,576 of whom are seniors) in Essex County.
Female: 5,924 (55.8%)
Male: 4,699 (44.2%)
The racial composition of Essex County includes 54.78% White, 37.1% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,819 | 54.78% |
| Black or African American | 3,941 | 37.1% |
| Two or more races | 542 | 5.1% |
| Other race | 141 | 1.33% |
| Asian | 107 | 1.01% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 62 | 0.58% |
| Native American | 11 | 0.1% |
Essex County 's average per capita income is $49,567. Household income levels show a median of $56,520. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $96,607 | - |
| Families | $83,281 | $111,254 |
| Households | $56,520 | $81,300 |
| Non Families | $25,833 | $42,530 |
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