Hanover County's 2026 population is estimated at 117,541, reflecting a 0.96% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Hanover County is the 17th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 99,886 and has grown 17.68% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.7 years
Female: 44 years
Male: 41.2 years
There are 88,518 adults, (21,672 of whom are seniors) in Hanover County.
Female: 56,992 (50.5%)
Male: 55,887 (49.5%)
The racial composition of Hanover County includes 81.49% White, 8.41% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 91,982 | 81.49% |
| Black or African American | 9,497 | 8.41% |
| Two or more races | 6,775 | 6% |
| Asian | 2,414 | 2.14% |
| Other race | 1,951 | 1.73% |
| Native American | 167 | 0.15% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 93 | 0.08% |
Hanover County 's average per capita income is $62,007. Household income levels show a median of $112,805. The poverty rate stands at 5.69%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $146,204 | - |
| Families | $132,791 | $156,526 |
| Households | $112,805 | $139,805 |
| Non Families | $57,719 | $91,621 |
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