Lee County's 2026 population is estimated at 21,818, reflecting a 0.09% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lee County is the 79th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 25,606 and has grown -14.79% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45.5 years
Female: 48.4 years
Male: 43.6 years
There are 17,904 adults, (5,064 of whom are seniors) in Lee County.
Female: 10,256 (46.8%)
Male: 11,644 (53.2%)
The racial composition of Lee County includes 92.67% White, 4.34% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Native American, other race, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 20,294 | 92.67% |
| Black or African American | 950 | 4.34% |
| Two or more races | 527 | 2.41% |
| Native American | 48 | 0.22% |
| Other race | 41 | 0.19% |
| Asian | 40 | 0.18% |
Lee County 's average per capita income is $41,028. Household income levels show a median of $41,827. The poverty rate stands at 28.83%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $72,924 | - |
| Families | $61,824 | $71,957 |
| Households | $41,827 | $59,845 |
| Non Families | $22,711 | $35,775 |
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