Amherst, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Amherst County County
Amherst, VA
At a Glance
How Amherst Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Amherst's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Amherst a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Amherst residents earn a median household income of $71,313 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,964. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 795 business establishments, including 48 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Amherst is $213,300 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $297,229. Median rent is $686/month, with 26.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1968.
Safety & Crime
Amherst reports 189 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 50% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 899/100K.
Education
23.9% of adults in Amherst hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 89.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Amherst has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches.