Wise County's 2026 population is estimated at 34,537, reflecting a -0.63% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wise County is the 51st largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 41,574 and has grown -16.93% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 41.8 years
Female: 43.7 years
Male: 39.8 years
There are 28,682 adults, (7,046 of whom are seniors) in Wise County.
Female: 16,817 (47.4%)
Male: 18,631 (52.6%)
The racial composition of Wise County includes 90.22% White, 4.86% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 31,982 | 90.22% |
| Black or African American | 1,724 | 4.86% |
| Two or more races | 1,169 | 3.3% |
| Other race | 359 | 1.01% |
| Asian | 112 | 0.32% |
| Native American | 102 | 0.29% |
Wise County 's average per capita income is $41,264. Household income levels show a median of $52,943. The poverty rate stands at 17.23%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $74,205 | - |
| Families | $61,390 | $74,640 |
| Households | $52,943 | $64,112 |
| Non Families | $28,395 | $38,858 |
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