Dublin, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Dublin is a small town in Virginia with a population of 2,671. Residents earn $61,635 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,671 Population 1,979/sq mi density
$61,635 Median Income $24,800 per capita
$166,700 Home Value $238,072 Zillow
$806 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
121 Violent Crime/100K 1,530 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$61,635 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,700 home value, $806/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
121 violent crimes/100K (68% below avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,635
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,700
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 121/100K
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $806
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,671
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density1,979/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,635
Per Capita$24,800
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$1,891M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,700
Rent$806
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$238,072

Crime

F
Violent121/100K
Property1,530/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault40/100K
Burglary322/100K

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Elevation2,115 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+84.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute20 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Dublin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dublin receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Dublin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dublin is $61,635, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dublin is $166,700, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Dublin is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,530 per 100,000, 22% below the national average.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Dublin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Dublin has a population of 2,671 with a density of 1,979 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 14.9% Black.

Population

2,671
Total Population
1,979
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.2%
Female 36.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dublin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dublin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dublin is $61,635, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Dublin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,635
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,800
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014
IRS Avg AGI$62,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)882
County GDP$1,891M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare69
Retail105
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,025
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Dublin is $166,700, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $806 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,072.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,700
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$238,072
Median List Price$185,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$185,000
$/Sq Ft$180
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio106.3%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$806
31% below 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-Occupied45.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,025
14% below US avg
Effective Rate1.81%
In Dublin, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death11,044/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access80.1%
Healthcare Facilities69
Dublin has a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents, 68% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,530 per 100,000 (22% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent120.8/100K
68% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery80.5/100K
Assault40.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,529.8/100K
22% below US avg
Burglary322.1/100K
Theft1,167.5/100K
Vehicle Theft40.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dublin has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,115 ft (645 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density1,979/sq mi
Coordinates37.1055°N, 80.6897°W
County FIPS51155
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72%
D 27.3%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+84.5%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,979/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants75
Retail Stores105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Work from Home7.7%

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