Joseph Whitehead (October 31, 1867 – July 8, 1938) was a United States Representative from Virginia, serving from 1925 to 1931.

Whitehead was born near Mount Airy, Pittsylvania County, Va., October 31, 1867.

He was admitted to the bar the same year and commenced the practice of law in Chatham, Virginia.

From 1899-1904 he served in the State senate, representing Pittsylvania County and the City of Danville.

He resumed the practice of his chosen profession until his death at Danville Memorial Hospital in Danville, Va., on July 22, 1938, he was interred in Chatham Cemetery.