Halifax County's 2026 population is estimated at 33,476, reflecting a 0.04% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Halifax County is the 55th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 36,204 and has grown -7.54% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46.5 years
Female: 48.4 years
Male: 44.4 years
There are 26,789 adults, (8,626 of whom are seniors) in Halifax County.
Female: 17,430 (51.8%)
Male: 16,209 (48.2%)
The racial composition of Halifax County includes 59.91% White, 34.74% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 20,154 | 59.91% |
| Black or African American | 11,685 | 34.74% |
| Two or more races | 1,224 | 3.64% |
| Other race | 335 | 1% |
| Asian | 210 | 0.62% |
| Native American | 31 | 0.09% |
Halifax County 's average per capita income is $41,964. Household income levels show a median of $52,013. The poverty rate stands at 17.35%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $84,505 | - |
| Families | $73,715 | $82,879 |
| Households | $52,013 | $68,017 |
| Non Families | $24,445 | $40,606 |
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