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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $56,696 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,767 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,907 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,763 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 148 |
| County GDP | $1,485M |
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,600 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.66% |
| Commute Time | 40.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.9% |
| Census Median | $156,300 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $214,723 |
| Census Median Rent | $763 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 16.3% |
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
| Owner-Occupied | 77.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,600 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.66% |
| Obesity | 40.3% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.1% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,578/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 10.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Annual Average | 59.7°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.2 inches |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 67/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.0364°N, 76.9241°W |
| County FIPS | 51181 |
Winner: Republican by 0.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 27.0% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.58 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 67/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.6 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 99.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Restaurants | 5 |
| Retail Stores | 13 |
| Avg Commute | 40.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.9% |