Henry County's 2026 population is estimated at 48,883, reflecting a -0.51% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Henry County is the 37th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 54,102 and has grown -9.65% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 47.7 years
Female: 49.2 years
Male: 45.7 years
There are 40,357 adults, (12,433 of whom are seniors) in Henry County.
Female: 25,958 (51.9%)
Male: 24,022 (48.1%)
The racial composition of Henry County includes 68.92% White, 22.25% Black or African American, 3.42% other race, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 34,448 | 68.92% |
| Black or African American | 11,123 | 22.25% |
| Two or more races | 2,311 | 4.62% |
| Other race | 1,711 | 3.42% |
| Asian | 260 | 0.52% |
| Native American | 127 | 0.25% |
Henry County 's average per capita income is $41,376. Household income levels show a median of $50,760. The poverty rate stands at 16.02%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $78,105 | - |
| Families | $69,705 | $81,240 |
| Households | $50,760 | $67,912 |
| Non Families | $29,440 | $45,061 |
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