Broadway, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Broadway is a small town in Virginia with a population of 4,221. Residents earn $61,685 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
4,221 Population 1,774/sq mi density
$61,685 Median Income $35,901 per capita
$264,900 Home Value $312,422 Zillow
$1,018 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,685 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$264,900 home value, $1,018/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,685
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $264,900
6% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.7%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,018
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,221
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1,774/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,685
Per Capita$35,901
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty9.8%
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$264,900
Rent$1,018
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$312,422

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property343/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary132/100K

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Elevation1,042 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.7%
High School+85.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute24 min
Libraries4

Is Broadway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Broadway receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, high health insurance coverage. Broadway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Broadway is $61,685, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Broadway is $264,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,018 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Broadway is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 343 per 100,000, 82% below the national average.

Education

24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Broadway experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 21.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Broadway has a population of 4,221 with a density of 1,774 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%).

Population

4,221
Total Population
1,774
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Broadway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.1%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.9%
11% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Broadway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Broadway is $61,685, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Broadway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,685
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,901
Avg Weekly Wage$1,101
IRS Avg AGI$74,871

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,058

Business (County)

Restaurants106
Healthcare144
Retail205
Manufacturing81

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,305
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Broadway is $264,900, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,018 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $312,422.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$264,900
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$312,422
Median List Price$389,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$389,000
$/Sq Ft$189
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,018
12% below US avg

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-Occupied61.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,305
6% below US avg
Effective Rate1.25%
In Broadway, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death7,167/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities144
Broadway has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 343 per 100,000 (82% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property343.3/100K
82% below US avg
Burglary132.0/100K
Theft184.8/100K
Vehicle Theft26.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Broadway has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall21.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density1,774/sq mi
Coordinates38.6085°N, 78.8014°W
County FIPS51165
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.7%
27% below US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score5.58
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,774/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities144
Restaurants106
Retail Stores205

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home8.5%

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