Catlett, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Catlett is a small town in Virginia with a population of 139. Residents earn $123,403 per year, which is 64% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
139 Population 43/sq mi density
$123,403 Median Income $53,285 per capita
$336,100 Home Value $636,887 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$123,403 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$336,100 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $123,403
64% higher than US avg
Home Value $336,100
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population139
Median Age62.0 yrs
Density43/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$123,403
Per Capita$53,285
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
Commute50 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$336,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$636,887

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation250 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+89.2%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 58%
Commute50 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries11

Is Catlett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Catlett receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Catlett stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Catlett is $123,403, which is significantly higher than the national average — 64% above $75,149. This places Catlett among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Catlett is $336,100, 19% above the national median. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Catlett experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Catlett has a population of 139 with a density of 43 people per square mile. The median age is 62.0 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.1%), with 25.9% Black.

Population

139
Total Population
43
People / sq mi
62.0yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Catlett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.8%
3% below US avg
Spanish24.2%
81% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Catlett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Catlett is $123,403, which is 64% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.

Income: Catlett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$123,403
64% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,285
Avg Weekly Wage$1,239
IRS Avg AGI$92,547

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,632

Business (County)

Restaurants828
Healthcare1,009
Retail1,185
Manufacturing126

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,054
73% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.6 min
Drive Alone51.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Catlett is $336,100, 19% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $636,887.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$336,100
19% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$636,887

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,054
73% above US avg
Effective Rate1.80%
In Catlett, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death5,613/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,009

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Catlett has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation250 ft (76 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates38.6564°N, 77.6289°W
County FIPS51153
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 18-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.6%
D 57.6%

Winner: Democrat by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+89.2%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density43/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,009
Restaurants828
Retail Stores1,185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.6 min
Drive Alone51.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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