Southampton County's 2026 population is estimated at 17,823, reflecting a -0.33% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Southampton County is the 86th largest county in Virginia. The 2010 population was 18,642 and has grown -4.39% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 47.3 years
Female: 45.8 years
Male: 48.9 years
There are 14,618 adults, (3,959 of whom are seniors) in Southampton County.
Female: 8,735 (48.6%)
Male: 9,229 (51.4%)
The racial composition of Southampton County includes 61.45% White, 29.17% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 11,038 | 61.45% |
| Black or African American | 5,240 | 29.17% |
| Two or more races | 1,370 | 7.63% |
| Asian | 140 | 0.78% |
| Other race | 119 | 0.66% |
| Native American | 57 | 0.32% |
Southampton County 's average per capita income is $49,823. Household income levels show a median of $70,795. The poverty rate stands at 8.72%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $102,303 | - |
| Families | $91,028 | $100,626 |
| Households | $70,795 | $85,838 |
| Non Families | $40,913 | $47,694 |
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