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County overview

Richmond city

Virginia - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Richmond city.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Richmond city

Population
227,171
Age 65+
13.8%
Median age
34.5
Owner-occupied
43.2%
With disability
14.3%
Median home value
$308,300
Median income
$59,606
Residents 65+
31,242
How Richmond city compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
-16.4%
% owner-occupied
-33.3%
% with disability
+10.9%
Median household income
-20.7%
Median home value
+9.4%
Median age
-10.4%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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Aging-in-place in Richmond city

Richmond city is home to roughly 227,171 residents, of whom about 31,350 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 13.8%, well below the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 43.2% of homes in Richmond city are owner-occupied at a median home value of $308,300. That's a lower-than-average ownership rate, which can mean more renters navigating accessibility modifications with landlord involvement. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 14.3% of Richmond city residents report a disability, a rate elevated relative to national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.