Chamberlayne, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Chamberlayne is a small town in Virginia with a population of 5,000. Residents earn $102,656 per year, which is 37% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,000 Population 1,493/sq mi density
$102,656 Median Income $61,705 per capita
$302,500 Home Value $366,844 Zillow
$1,647 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$102,656 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$302,500 home value, $1,647/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $102,656
37% higher than US avg
Home Value $302,500
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.6%
56% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,647
42% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,000
Median Age55.8 yrs
Density1,493/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 38%

Economy

A+
Median Income$102,656
Per Capita$61,705
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$35,106M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$302,500
Rent$1,647
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$366,844

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Elevation183 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.6%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 16% / D 82%
Commute23 min
Libraries9

Is Chamberlayne a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chamberlayne is $102,656, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Chamberlayne among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chamberlayne is $302,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,647 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Chamberlayne is a highly educated community — 52.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Chamberlayne 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 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Chamberlayne has a population of 5,000 with a density of 1,493 people per square mile. The median age is 55.8 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (56.4%), with 38.2% White.

Population

5,000
Total Population
1,493
People / sq mi
55.8yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Chamberlayne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chamberlayne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chamberlayne is $102,656, which is 37% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Chamberlayne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$102,656
37% above US avg
Per Capita Income$61,705
Avg Weekly Wage$1,604
IRS Avg AGI$94,112

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,205
County GDP$35,106M

Business (County)

Restaurants728
Healthcare606
Retail780
Manufacturing201

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,923
98% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Work from Home20.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Chamberlayne is $302,500, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,647 (42% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,844.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$302,500
7% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$366,844
Median List Price$400,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$400,000
$/Sq Ft$258
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio102.9%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,647
42% above 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-Occupied97.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,923
98% above US avg
Effective Rate2.29%
In Chamberlayne, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD4.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate80.0%
Premature Death12,130/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access91.2%
Healthcare Facilities606

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Chamberlayne 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 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.8 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation183 ft (56 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density1,493/sq mi
Coordinates37.6274°N, 77.4282°W
County FIPS51760
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 52.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 66.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 15.8%
D 82%

Winner: Democrat by 66.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.6%
56% above US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,493/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities606
Restaurants728
Retail Stores780

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Work from Home20.3%

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