Median Income $125,833

67% higher than US avg

Home Value $332,100

18% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 49.4%

47% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.1%

16% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.5%

88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population407

Median Age61.7 yrs

Density80/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 71%

Veterans12.6%

Economy

A+

Median Income$125,833

Per Capita$64,203

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty1.5%

Commute33 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$332,100

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$290,192

Housing Units153

Health

Obesity37.1%

Uninsured7.3%

Smoking13.7%

Depression26.0%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)

AQI35 (Good)

Rain46.8 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation286 ft (87 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+49.4%

High School+96.9%

Graduate+22.5%

School Score5.49

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%

Commute33 min

Broadband93.0%

Libraries4

Is Dinwiddie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dinwiddie receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Dinwiddie stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dinwiddie is $125,833, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places Dinwiddie among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dinwiddie is $332,100, 18% above the national median. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Dinwiddie enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Dinwiddie has a population of 407 with a density of 80 people per square mile. The median age is 61.7 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71%), with 29% Black.

Population

407

Total Population

People / sq mi

61.7yrs

Median Age

59% above US avg

5.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%

Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Dinwiddie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dinwiddie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dinwiddie is $125,833, which is 67% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Dinwiddie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$125,833
	67% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$64,203
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,318
IRS Avg AGI	$65,246

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.5%
	88% below US avg
Establishments (County)	572

Business (County)

Restaurants	22
Healthcare	27
Retail	51
Manufacturing	13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,471
	29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	0.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	33.1 min
Drive Alone	68.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	22.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Dinwiddie is $332,100, 18% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $290,192.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$332,100
	18% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$290,192

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,442
1 Bedroom	$1,507
2 Bedrooms	$1,655
3 Bedrooms	$2,072
4 Bedrooms	$2,553

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	98.0%
Housing Units	153
Median Year Built	1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,471
	29% below US avg
Effective Rate	0.74%

In Dinwiddie, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.1%
	16% above US avg
Diabetes	10.0%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	31.8%
Asthma	11.2%
COPD	5.9%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.7%
	2% below US avg
Binge Drinking	17.7%
Physical Inactivity	22.8%
Depression	26.0%
Mental Distress	18.6%
Physical Distress	12.7%
Short Sleep	36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	7.3%
	15% below US avg
Checkup Rate	77.0%
Dental Visits	66.7%
Premature Death	10,647/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.3/10
Exercise Access	37.2%
Healthcare Facilities	27

Dinwiddie has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	57.6°F
	7% above US avg
January Average	37°F (3°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	46.8 inches
	23% above US avg
Snowfall	3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	35.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	286 ft (87 m)
Area	5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²)
Population Density	80/sq mi
Coordinates	37.0850°N, 77.5865°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	51053

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 49.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.1-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%

D 38.1%

Winner: Republican by 23.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	49.4%
	47% above US avg
High School+	96.9%
Graduate Degree+	22.5%
School Test Score	5.49

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	80/sq mi
Total Area	5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	93.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	27
Restaurants	22
Retail Stores	51

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	33.1 min
Drive Alone	68.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	22.6%

Dinwiddie, VA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Dinwiddie a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Dinwiddie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Dinwiddie vs U.S. Average

Income: Dinwiddie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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