Ashland, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Hanover County County
Ashland, VA
At a Glance
How Ashland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ashland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ashland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ashland residents earn a median household income of $65,000 , which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,985. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,310 business establishments, including 237 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ashland is $272,600 , 3% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $468,262. Median rent is $1,154/month, with 26.4% 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 1982.
Safety & Crime
Ashland reports 607 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 60% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,113/100K.
Education
34.9% of adults in Ashland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above the national average). 89.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ashland has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.