Stafford County's 2026 population is estimated at 175,115, reflecting a 1.8% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Stafford County is the 12th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 129,857 and has grown 34.85% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 36.3 years
Female: 37.2 years
Male: 35.5 years
There are 120,703 adults, (18,648 of whom are seniors) in Stafford County.
Female: 80,821 (49.4%)
Male: 82,645 (50.6%)
The racial composition of Stafford County includes 54.16% White, 19.93% Black or African American, 8.59% other race, 3.97% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 88,530 | 54.16% |
| Black or African American | 32,585 | 19.93% |
| Two or more races | 21,267 | 13.01% |
| Other race | 14,047 | 8.59% |
| Asian | 6,483 | 3.97% |
| Native American | 527 | 0.32% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 27 | 0.02% |
Stafford County 's average per capita income is $74,156. Household income levels show a median of $137,807. The poverty rate stands at 4.67%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $163,981 | $189,721 |
| Families | $152,513 | $174,342 |
| Households | $137,807 | $160,902 |
| Non Families | $81,105 | $103,547 |
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