Dendron, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Dendron is a small town in Virginia with a population of 239. Residents earn $56,696 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
239 Population 67/sq mi density
$56,696 Median Income $36,767 per capita
$156,300 Home Value $214,723 Zillow
$763 Median Rent 16.3% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$56,696 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,300 home value, $763/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,696
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population239
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density67/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 30%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,696
Per Capita$36,767
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$1,485M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,300
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$214,723
Rent Burden16.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation72 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+90.2%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute40 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries2

Is Dendron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dendron receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Dendron stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dendron is $56,696, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dendron is $156,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Dendron enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Dendron has a population of 239 with a density of 67 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (64.4%), with 30.1% White.

Population

239
Total Population
67
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dendron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dendron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dendron is $56,696, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Dendron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,696
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,767
Avg Weekly Wage$1,907
IRS Avg AGI$62,763

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$1,485M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare4
Retail13
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,600
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.0 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Dendron is $156,300, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,723.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,300
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$214,723

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below US avg
Rent Burden16.3%

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-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,600
26% below US avg
Effective Rate1.66%
In Dendron, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma11.7%
COPD5.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate80.0%
Premature Death9,578/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access10.0%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Dendron has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates37.0364°N, 76.9241°W
County FIPS51181
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.7-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.8%
D 49.1%

Winner: Republican by 0.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+90.2%
School Test Score5.58
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density67/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants5
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.0 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

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