Chincoteague, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Accomack County County
Chincoteague, VA
At a Glance
How Chincoteague Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chincoteague's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chincoteague a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chincoteague residents earn a median household income of $62,292 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,338. The unemployment rate stands at 8.3% (131% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,264 business establishments, including 100 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chincoteague is $329,200 , 17% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $370,594. Median rent is $1,102/month, with 19.9% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Chincoteague reports 123 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 68% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,170/100K.
Education
37.2% of adults in Chincoteague hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above the national average). 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chincoteague 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 totals 43.3 inches.