Brandy Station, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Brandy Station is a small town in Virginia with a population of 90.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
90 Population 136/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $33,881 per capita
N/A Home Value $535,557 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
34% higher than US avg

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

People

Population90
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density136/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,881
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$2,723M
Commute52 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$535,557

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation341 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+21.3%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute52 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries1

Is Brandy Station a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brandy Station receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Brandy Station faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 21.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Brandy Station experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Brandy Station has a population of 90 with a density of 136 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.3%), with 15.6% Black.

Population

90
Total Population
136
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.6%
Female 34.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Brandy Station vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brandy Station vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brandy Station is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Brandy Station vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,881
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$78,656

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
34% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,591
County GDP$2,723M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare96
Retail163
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,877
18% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time52.0 min
Drive Alone45.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home54.3%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $535,557.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$535,557

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-Occupied81.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,877
18% below US avg
In Brandy Station, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Brandy Station vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death8,349/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access59.9%
Healthcare Facilities96

Crime Rates: Brandy Station vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Brandy Station has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density136/sq mi
Coordinates38.4950°N, 77.8900°W
County FIPS51047
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.9%
D 37%

Winner: Republican by 25 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+21.3%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density136/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants88
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute52.0 min
Drive Alone45.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home54.3%

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