Brucetown, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Brucetown is a small town in Virginia with a population of 269. Residents earn $96,726 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
269 Population 472/sq mi density
$96,726 Median Income $45,094 per capita
$290,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$96,726 median income, 9.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$290,000 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,726
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $290,000
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.1%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.5%
164% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population269
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density472/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$96,726
Per Capita$45,094
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty0.0%
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$290,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Elevation593 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute33 min
Libraries1

Is Brucetown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brucetown receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Brucetown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brucetown is $96,726, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brucetown is $290,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Brucetown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Brucetown has a population of 269 with a density of 472 people per square mile. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

269
Total Population
472
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.1%
Female 69.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Brucetown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Brucetown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brucetown is $96,726, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Brucetown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,726
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,094
Avg Weekly Wage$1,197
IRS Avg AGI$74,955

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,480

Business (County)

Restaurants146
Healthcare254
Retail265
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,335
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Brucetown is $290,000, 3% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$290,000
3% above US avg

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-Occupied85.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,335
24% above US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Brucetown, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death11,478/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities254

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Brucetown has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation593 ft (181 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density472/sq mi
Coordinates39.2507°N, 78.0609°W
County FIPS51840
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 45.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.4%
D 54.2%

Winner: Democrat by 9.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.1%
34% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density472/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities254
Restaurants146
Retail Stores265

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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