Russell County's 2026 population is estimated at 25,256, reflecting a -0.32% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Russell County is the 72nd largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 28,873 and has grown -12.53% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46.7 years
Female: 48 years
Male: 45.2 years
There are 20,721 adults, (6,033 of whom are seniors) in Russell County.
Female: 12,907 (50.5%)
Male: 12,631 (49.5%)
The racial composition of Russell County includes 96.76% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Black or African American, other race, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Native American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 24,711 | 96.76% |
| Two or more races | 349 | 1.37% |
| Black or African American | 287 | 1.12% |
| Other race | 74 | 0.29% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 59 | 0.23% |
| Native American | 35 | 0.14% |
| Asian | 23 | 0.09% |
Russell County 's average per capita income is $44,476. Household income levels show a median of $50,012. The poverty rate stands at 16.68%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $78,066 | - |
| Families | $69,267 | $84,455 |
| Households | $50,012 | $69,488 |
| Non Families | $24,018 | $36,883 |
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