County Center, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

County Center is a small town in Virginia with a population of 4,233. Residents earn $180,825 per year, which is 141% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,233 Population 2,096/sq mi density
$180,825 Median Income $59,778 per capita
$550,000 Home Value
$1,891 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$180,825 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$550,000 home value, $1,891/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
53.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $180,825
141% higher than US avg
Home Value $550,000
95% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 53.8%
60% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,891
63% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,233
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density2,096/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 40%

Economy

A+
Median Income$180,825
Per Capita$59,778
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty1.8%
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$550,000
Rent$1,891
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation328 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+53.8%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 58%
Commute42 min
Libraries11

Is County Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, County Center receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. County Center stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in County Center is $180,825, which is significantly higher than the national average — 141% above $75,149. This places County Center among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in County Center is $550,000, making it a premium housing market at 95% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,891 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

County Center is a highly educated community — 53.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

County Center enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

County Center has a population of 4,233 with a density of 2,096 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (39.9%), with 23.1% Black.

Population

4,233
Total Population
2,096
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

County Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.3%
16% below US avg
Spanish33.7%
151% above US avg

Social Characteristics

County Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in County Center is $180,825, which is 141% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: County Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$180,825
141% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,778
Avg Weekly Wage$1,239
IRS Avg AGI$92,547

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% 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 Rate1.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.2 min
Work from Home18.8%

Walkability

The median home value in County Center is $550,000, 95% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,891 (63% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$550,000
95% above US avg
Median List Price$574,949

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$574,949
$/Sq Ft$215
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio99.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,891
63% 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-Occupied82.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,054
73% above US avg
Effective Rate1.10%
In County Center, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: County Center vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Checkup Rate80.1%
Premature Death5,613/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

County Center has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density2,096/sq mi
Coordinates38.6927°N, 77.3556°W
County FIPS51153
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 53.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 18-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.6%
D 57.6%

Winner: Democrat by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+53.8%
60% above US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,096/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,009
Restaurants828
Retail Stores1,185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.2 min
Work from Home18.8%

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