Charlottesville, VA
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Charlottesville, VA
At a Glance
How Charlottesville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Charlottesville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Charlottesville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Charlottesville residents earn a median household income of $69,829 , which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,395. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,587 business establishments, including 323 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Charlottesville is $448,400 , 59% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $515,056. Median rent is $1,453/month, with 33.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1968.
Safety & Crime
Charlottesville reports 361 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 5% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,213/100K. The murder rate is 2.2/100K.
Education
60.6% of adults in Charlottesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% above the national average). 92.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Charlottesville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches.