Colonial Beach, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Westmoreland County County
Colonial Beach, VA
At a Glance
How Colonial Beach Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Colonial Beach's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Colonial Beach a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Colonial Beach residents earn a median household income of $52,119 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,890. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 476 business establishments, including 39 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Colonial Beach is $242,800 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $324,742. Median rent is $763/month, with 49.3% 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 1982.
Safety & Crime
Colonial Beach reports 248 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 35% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,116/100K.
Education
21.6% of adults in Colonial Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below the national average). 87.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Colonial Beach has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches.