Captains Cove, VA

Virginia

Captains Cove is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,676. Residents earn $97,880 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,676 Population 568/sq mi density
$97,880 Median Income $43,412 per capita
$230,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$97,880 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$230,000 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,880
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $230,000
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.5%
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,676
Median Age61.4 yrs
Density568/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,880
Per Capita$43,412
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,039M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Elevation16 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.5%
High School+98.9%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute29 min
Libraries2

Is Captains Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Captains Cove receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Captains Cove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Captains Cove is $97,880, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Captains Cove is $230,000, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Captains Cove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Captains Cove has a population of 1,676 with a density of 568 people per square mile. The median age is 61.4 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

1,676
Total Population
568
People / sq mi
61.4yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Captains Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Captains Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Captains Cove is $97,880, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Captains Cove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,880
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,412
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$57,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,264
County GDP$2,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare56
Retail146
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Work from Home20.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Captains Cove is $230,000, 18% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,000
18% below 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-Occupied95.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In Captains Cove, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Captains Cove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death12,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access41.6%
Healthcare Facilities56

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Captains Cove 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 is 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.3 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density568/sq mi
Coordinates37.9963°N, 75.4259°W
County FIPS51001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 39.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 43%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.5%
17% above US avg
High School+98.9%
School Test Score5.58
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density568/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants100
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Work from Home20.9%

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