Roanoke city's 2026 population is estimated at 98,730, reflecting a 0.42% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Roanoke city is the 20th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 96,722 and has grown 2.08% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.3 years
Female: 40.2 years
Male: 37.1 years
There are 76,101 adults, (17,466 of whom are seniors) in Roanoke city.
Female: 52,122 (53%)
Male: 46,233 (47%)
The racial composition of Roanoke city includes 56.77% White, 27.93% Black or African American, 3.13% Asian, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 55,840 | 56.77% |
| Black or African American | 27,466 | 27.93% |
| Two or more races | 8,852 | 9% |
| Asian | 3,082 | 3.13% |
| Other race | 2,884 | 2.93% |
| Native American | 136 | 0.14% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 95 | 0.1% |
Roanoke city 's average per capita income is $42,927. Household income levels show a median of $55,378. The poverty rate stands at 18.33%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $96,759 | - |
| Families | $71,692 | $103,725 |
| Households | $55,378 | $80,578 |
| Non Families | $39,771 | $53,452 |
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