Harrisonburg city's 2026 population is estimated at 50,736, reflecting a -0.42% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Harrisonburg city is the 36th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 48,999 and has grown 3.54% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 25 years
Female: 24.3 years
Male: 26 years
There are 42,503 adults, (5,411 of whom are seniors) in Harrisonburg city.
Female: 26,406 (51.4%)
Male: 24,986 (48.6%)
The racial composition of Harrisonburg city includes 64.28% White, 8.07% other race, 7.66% Black or African American, 3.57% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 33,036 | 64.28% |
| Two or more races | 8,140 | 15.84% |
| Other race | 4,146 | 8.07% |
| Black or African American | 3,938 | 7.66% |
| Asian | 1,837 | 3.57% |
| Native American | 271 | 0.53% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 24 | 0.05% |
Harrisonburg city 's average per capita income is $45,979. Household income levels show a median of $62,254. The poverty rate stands at 25.71%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $109,929 | - |
| Families | $85,946 | $101,302 |
| Households | $62,254 | $82,014 |
| Non Families | $42,864 | $58,272 |
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