Afton, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Afton is a small town in Virginia with a population of 243. Residents earn $90,958 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
243 Population 108/sq mi density
$90,958 Median Income $60,974 per capita
$323,600 Home Value $448,133 Zillow
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$90,958 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$323,600 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,958
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $323,600
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.4%
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

How Afton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population243
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density108/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans17.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$90,958
Per Capita$60,974
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.4%
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$323,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$448,133

Health

Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation1,008 ft (307 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.4%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute33 min
Broadband88.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Afton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Afton receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Afton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Afton is $90,958, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Afton is $323,600, 15% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Afton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Afton has a population of 243 with a density of 108 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 7.4% Hispanic.

Population

243
Total Population
108
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Afton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Afton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Afton is $90,958, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Afton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,958
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,974
Avg Weekly Wage$943
IRS Avg AGI$60,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)776

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare51
Retail121
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,967
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone58.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Afton is $323,600, 15% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $448,133.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$323,600
15% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$448,133

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,967
15% below US avg
Effective Rate0.92%
In Afton, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Afton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death11,090/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access74.9%
Healthcare Facilities51
Afton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,008 ft (307 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density108/sq mi
Coordinates38.0222°N, 78.8334°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51820
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 36.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.7-point margin. 88.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.2%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 5.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.4%
8% above US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score5.58
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density108/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.8%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants77
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone58.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.6%

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