Highest median household income, US counties · 2020
US counties ranked by median household income from the 2020 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Loudoun County, Virginia leads at $147,111. 3,134 counties qualify in total. Virginia carries 7 of the top 25 entries.
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Frequently asked
Which county has the highest median household income?
Loudoun County, Virginia ranks #1 with $147,111 (2020 Decennial Census).
What are the top 5 counties by median household income?
Loudoun County, Virginia, Falls Church, Virginia, Santa Clara County, California, San Mateo County, California, Fairfax County, Virginia.
How many counties are in this ranking?
3,134 counties qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability. The ranking covers 2020 Decennial Census data.
How is median household income measured?
Median income of all households, as reported each year (nominal dollars, not inflation adjusted). Source: US Census Bureau, 2020 Decennial Census.