Alberta, VA

Virginia

Alberta is a small town in Virginia with a population of 249. Residents earn $46,944 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
249 Population 117/sq mi density
$46,944 Median Income $31,141 per capita
$96,800 Home Value $134,429 Zillow
$600 Median Rent 21.4% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,944 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,800 home value, $600/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,944
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,800
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population249
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density117/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 43%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,944
Per Capita$31,141
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$1,197M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,800
Rent$600
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$134,429
Rent Burden21.4%

Health

Obesity42.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation356 ft (109 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+72.1%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 54%
Commute30 min
Broadband72.5%
Libraries1

Is Alberta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alberta receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Alberta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alberta is $46,944, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alberta is $96,800, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Alberta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Alberta has a population of 249 with a density of 117 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (49%), with 43.4% White, 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

249
Total Population
117
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Alberta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alberta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alberta is $46,944, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Alberta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,944
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,141
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$54,465

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)527
County GDP$1,197M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare19
Retail46
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,038
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit2.5%
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Alberta is $96,800, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $134,429.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,800
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$134,429

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg
Rent Burden21.4%

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-Occupied58.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,038
42% below US avg
Effective Rate2.11%
In Alberta, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma12.6%
COPD8.8%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.4%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death12,611/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities19
Alberta has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation356 ft (109 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density117/sq mi
Coordinates36.8540°N, 77.8940°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.5-point margin. 72.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.5%
D 54.1%

Winner: Democrat by 8.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+72.1%
School Test Score5.58
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density117/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants12
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit2.5%
Work from Home9.3%

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