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Accomack County, VA market data
Population, household spending and competition for 56 business types in Accomack County, each scored against other counties.
- Population, 2025
- 33,859
- +1.4% since 2020
- Households
- 14,446
- Median household income
- $58,993
- +28.0% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $204,300
- Jobs located here
- 11,376
- Highest market score
- 83
- Insurance agencies, #153 of 2,272 scored counties
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What this means
An estimated 33,859 people live in Accomack County, in 14,446 households. Between 2020 and 2025, the population of Accomack County grew 1.4%, slower than the U.S. (+3.1%). The median household income in Accomack County is $58,993 a year, 27% below the U.S. median of $80,734. That rose 28.0% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
Set against the U.S., households in Accomack County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 131, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (60).
The highest Groundwork market scores in Accomack County are for insurance agencies (83); lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies (67); and HVAC and plumbing companies (65). Accomack County ranks #153 of 2,272 scored counties for insurance agencies.
For its number of households, Accomack County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for convenience stores (2.1 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for medical and dental practices (57% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Accomack County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Accomack County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance agencies | 83 | #153 of 2,272 | 10 | 6.9 | $3.7M | 295 | 5 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 67 | #280 of 1,771 | 8 | 5.5 | $2.4M | 143 | 17 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 65 | #323 of 1,707 | 5 | 3.5 | $7.5M | 157 | 11 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | 64 | #432 of 2,088 | 5 | 3.5 | $1.7M | 256 | Under 3 |
| Home repair trades | 63 | #437 of 2,057 | 11 | 7.6 | $3.4M | 140 | 21 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 60 | #554 of 1,886 | 8 | 5.5 | $1.8M | 184 | 8 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 60 | #743 of 2,394 | 53 | 36.7 | $274K | 180 | 18 |
| Pet businesses | 59 | #702 of 2,200 | 16 | 11.1 | $708K | 81 | 4 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 56 | #848 of 2,210 | 16 | 11.1 | $1.5M | 174 | 9 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 55 | #844 of 2,087 | 11 | 7.6 | $2.2M | 175 | 9 |
| Spas and skin care | 52 | #797 of 1,769 | 8 | 5.5 | $1.4M | 165 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair and car care | 52 | #1,127 of 2,401 | 46 | 31.8 | $288K | 107 | 20 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | 51 | #707 of 1,461 | 5 | 3.5 | $2.3M | 89 | Under 3 |
| Pizza | 51 | #982 of 2,090 | 11 | 7.6 | $4.4M | 86 | 22 |
| Nail salons | 50 | #691 of 1,328 | 5 | 3.5 | $2.3M | 138 | 3 |
| Physical therapy | 48 | #766 of 1,422 | 6 | 4.2 | $2.4M | 101 | 4 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 43 | #1,409 of 2,222 | 21 | 14.5 | $2.3M | 75 | 22 |
| Auto repair shops | 43 | #1,514 of 2,378 | 29 | 20.1 | $456K | 103 | 18 |
| Real estate | 42 | #1,513 of 2,229 | 35 | 24.2 | Index only | 132 | 21 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 42 | #1,621 of 2,385 | 50 | 34.6 | $231K | 109 | 10 |
| Funeral homes | 40 | #991 of 1,472 | 8 | 5.5 | $298K | 44 | 4 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 40 | #1,291 of 1,889 | 12 | 8.3 | $4M | 97 | 8 |
| Gas stations | 40 | #1,585 of 2,358 | 24 | 16.6 | $1.8M | 76 | 29 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 40 | #1,587 of 2,176 | 33 | 22.8 | Index only | 111 | 11 |
| Grocery stores | 39 | #1,389 of 2,070 | 10 | 6.9 | $8.1M | 87 | 8 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 39 | #1,428 of 2,063 | 14 | 9.7 | $3.4M | 93 | 8 |
| Hair salons | 36 | #1,843 of 2,339 | 34 | 23.5 | $340K | 79 | 6 |
| Electricians | 34 | #928 of 1,160 | 5 | 3.5 | $7.5M | 62 | 10 |
| Convenience stores | 31 | #1,784 of 2,261 | 24 | 16.6 | $3.4M | 43 | 5 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 29 | #2,067 of 2,405 | 153 | 105.9 | $315K | 85 | 66 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 25 | #2,112 of 2,402 | 50 | 34.6 | $1.6M | 48 | 13 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 24 | #2,221 of 2,405 | 86 | 59.5 | $560K | 84 | 36 |
| Child care and preschools | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 2.8 | $1.3M | 135 | 9 |
| Gyms | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 2.8 | $2.1M | 163 | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 2.8 | $2.8M | 63 | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 2.8 | $3.3M | 132 | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 2.8 | $2.8M | 104 | 4 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.1 | $3.9M | 204 | Under 3 |
| Car washes and detailing | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.1 | $4.4M | 175 | Under 3 |
| Chiropractors | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.1 | $4.8M | 202 | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.1 | $6.4M | 100 | 8 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 2.1 | $6.4M | 63 | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.4 | $6.6M | Too few | 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.4 | $9.6M | Too few | 9 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.4 | $7.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 1.4 | $7.3M | Too few | 6 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.7 | $24.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.7 | $8.5M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.7 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.7 | Index only | Too few | 5 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 0.7 | $37.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Accomack County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $13.2M | $916 | 96 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $43.4M | $3,003 | 116 |
| Food away from home | $48.1M | $3,332 | 82 |
| Groceries | $81M | $5,607 | 89 |
| Personal care products and services | $11.6M | $800 | 80 |
| Child care and other personal services | $5.4M | $373 | 64 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $8.5M | $587 | 60 |
| Medical and dental services | $14.5M | $1,005 | 78 |
| Pets | $11.3M | $784 | 86 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $24.4M | $1,692 | 82 |
| Vehicle insurance | $37.1M | $2,565 | 131 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $37.4M | $2,591 | 86 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $19.3M | $1,333 | 94 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $200.3M | $13,864 | 83 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Accomack County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 33,859+1.4% since 2020
- Households
- 14,446
- Median age
- 46.7
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 71%
- Vehicles per household
- 1.9
- Land area
- 449 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 74
- Median household income
- $58,993+28.0% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $78,387
- Median home value
- $204,300
- Jobs located here
- 11,376
- Daytime population
- 28,876Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Accomack County, VA growing?
Population estimates put Accomack County at 33,859 people in 2025, up 1.4% since 2020, slower than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 14,446 households. Against the 2015–2019 survey, median household income rose 28.0%, before inflation.
How much do households in Accomack County, VA spend?
Households in Accomack County spend about $200.3M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $81M on groceries and $48.1M on food away from home. Relative to the U.S., household spending in Accomack County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 131, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (60).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Accomack County, VA?
Of the business types scored in Accomack County, insurance agencies (83); lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies (67); and HVAC and plumbing companies (65) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For insurance agencies, that ranks #153 of 2,272 scored counties.
How does Accomack County, VA compare with the U.S.?
Median household income in Accomack County is $58,993, 27% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 1.4% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $204,300, against $332,700 for the U.S. Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for convenience stores (2.1 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for medical and dental practices (57% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 32 of the 56 business types have a score in Accomack County, each ranked against other counties.
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