Campbell County, VA Local Data & Statistics

State: VA
Total population: 55,312 Household income: $66,165 Rent: $891

Overview

Total population
55,312
Rent
$891
Year built
1982
Household income
$66,165
Per capita income
$34,966
Poverty rate
10.8%
Unemployment rate
2.6%
Household size
2.5 persons
Rent over 30% of income
30%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State
Virginia
Total population
55,312
Adults over 25
40,335
Total households
22,240
Household size
2.5 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Income & Poverty

Household income
$66,165
Per capita income
$34,966
Poverty rate
10.8%
Unemployment rate
2.6%
Rent over 30% of income
30%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Housing

Rent
$891
Year built
1982
Households that rent
25.1%
Households that own
74.9%
Rooms per home (all homes)
5.9

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Race

White
77.3%
Black
14.2%
Asian
1%
Two or more races
6.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino
3.5%
Not Hispanic or Latino
96.5%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Commute

Commute rate
90.2%
Commute time to work
23 mins
Work from home
9.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Education

Less than high school
28.3%
High school graduate or GED
34%
Some college or associate degree
11.6%
Bachelor’s degree or higher
26.1%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

 

Comparison of Campbell County, VA with: Lynchburg Metro Area, VA Virginia United States

Campbell County, VA

Total population55,312
Rent$891
Year built1982
Household income$66,165
Per capita income$34,966
Poverty rate10.8%
Unemployment rate2.6%

Lynchburg Metro Area, VA

Total population263,798
Rent$991
Year built1981
Household income$68,996
Per capita income$35,668
Poverty rate12.3%
Unemployment rate3.2%

Virginia State

Total population8,705,170
Rent$1,579
Year built1984
Household income$93,170
Per capita income$50,666
Poverty rate9.9%
Unemployment rate2.8%

United States

Total population334,922,499
Rent$1,413
Year built1980
Household income$80,734
Per capita income$44,673
Poverty rate12.5%
Unemployment rate4%
Metric CountyCampbell County, VAMetro AreaLynchburg Metro Area, VAStateVirginiaCountryUnited States
Total population55,312263,7988,705,170334,922,499
Rent$891$991$1,579$1,413
Year built1982198119841980
Household income$66,165$68,996$93,170$80,734
Per capita income$34,966$35,668$50,666$44,673
Poverty rate10.8%12.3%9.9%12.5%
Unemployment rate2.6%3.2%2.8%4%

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Summary for Campbell County, VA

Campbell County is located in Virginia .

Rent & Income

In Campbell County, the monthly rent is $891 and household income is $66,165. Rent is lower than both Virginia and the U.S., and household income is lower than both Virginia and the U.S. The poverty rate is 10.8%, which is higher than Virginia and lower than the national rate.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 25.1% of households. Around 30% of renters are cost-burdened, indicating a moderate level of rent pressure.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 26.1% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is lower than both Virginia and the national rate.

 

 

Campbell County, VA — Rent vs Household Income

 

 

Campbell County, VA — Poverty vs Unemployment

 

💰 Rent in Campbell County, VA (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $891 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Campbell County, VA

Annual Household Income: $66,165

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Campbell County, VA

Estimated Rate: 10.8%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Campbell County, VA

In Campbell County, VA, households that rent: 5,572 (25.1%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?
Household Type Count Share
Renter-Occupied 5,572 25.1%
Owner-Occupied 16,668 74.9%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Campbell County, VA

In Campbell County, VA, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 1,672 (30%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?
Household Group Households Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%) 1,672 30%
Other renter households 3,900 70%
Total renter households 5,572 100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Campbell County, VA

Less than High School: 11,415 people (28.3%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 13,712 people (34%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 4,682 people (11.6%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 10,526 people (26.1%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 40,335

📊 Unemployment Rate in Campbell County, VA

Estimated Rate: 2.6%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.