Wythe County's 2026 population is estimated at 27,958, reflecting a -0.25% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wythe County is the 68th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 29,252 and has grown -4.42% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46 years
Female: 46.8 years
Male: 44.3 years
There are 22,725 adults, (6,272 of whom are seniors) in Wythe County.
Female: 14,440 (51.2%)
Male: 13,748 (48.8%)
The racial composition of Wythe County includes 93.12% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, other race, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 26,248 | 93.12% |
| Two or more races | 869 | 3.08% |
| Black or African American | 644 | 2.28% |
| Asian | 225 | 0.8% |
| Other race | 103 | 0.37% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 95 | 0.34% |
| Native American | 4 | 0.01% |
Wythe County 's average per capita income is $42,774. Household income levels show a median of $57,745. The poverty rate stands at 15.19%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $88,250 | - |
| Families | $80,084 | $97,375 |
| Households | $57,745 | $78,745 |
| Non Families | $30,509 | $43,993 |
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