Colonial Beach, Virginia
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −7.7% |
| 2008 | +4.8% |
| 2012 | −2.8% |
| 2016 | −19.4% |
| 2020 | −14.8% |
| 2024 | −14.7% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 42.2%Harris880 | 56.9%Trump1,186 | 1.0% | R+14.7 | D+0.1 | R+13.2 | 2,086 | |
| R | 42.3%Biden824 | 57.0%Trump1,112 | 0.7% | R+14.8 | D+4.6 | R+19.2 | 1,950 | |
| R | 37.9%Clinton653 | 57.4%Trump987 | 4.7% | R+19.4 | R+16.6 | R+21.5 | 1,721 | |
| R | 48.0%Obama741 | 50.8%Romney785 | 1.2% | R+2.8 | R+7.7 | R+6.7 | 1,544 | |
| D | 51.7%Obama868 | 46.9%McCain787 | 1.4% | D+4.8 | D+12.6 | R+2.4 | 1,679 | |
| R | 46.1%Kerry620 | 53.8%Bush724 | 0.1% | R+7.7 | — | R+5.3 | 1,345 |
Colonial Beach sits on a narrow peninsula where the Potomac meets Monroe Creek, giving it an economy split between fishing heritage and tourism that shapes a small but competitive local electorate.
Across the recorded series it reached a Democratic high of 4.8 points in 2008 and a Republican high of 19.4 points in 2016. The 2024 margin was 14.7 points.
A population of 3,966, a 78% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $60,513 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Colonial Beach, Virginia vote in 2024?
In 2024, Colonial Beach, Virginia voted Republican by 14.7 points (R+14.7), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 2,086 votes cast, 880 went Democratic and 1,186 went Republican.
When did Colonial Beach, Virginia last vote Democratic?
The most recent presidential election in which Colonial Beach, Virginia voted Democratic was 2008.
How many people live in Colonial Beach, Virginia?
Colonial Beach, Virginia has a population of 3,966 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Colonial Beach, Virginia?
Median household income in Colonial Beach, Virginia is $60,513 — below the national median of $80,734. The Virginia state median is $93,170.
What is the political history of Colonial Beach, Virginia?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Colonial Beach, Virginia from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 1 went Democratic and 5 went Republican.