East Lexington, VA

Virginia

East Lexington is a small town in Virginia with a population of 2,020. Residents earn $70,500 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,020 Population 882/sq mi density
$70,500 Median Income $30,768 per capita
$275,800 Home Value
$965 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$275,800 home value, $965/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,500
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $275,800
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.8%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $965
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,020
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density882/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,500
Per Capita$30,768
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.7%
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$275,800
Rent$965
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain42.9 in/yr
Elevation1,039 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.8%
High School+90.2%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute20 min
Libraries2

Is East Lexington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Lexington receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. East Lexington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Lexington is $70,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 East Lexington is $275,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $965 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.8% 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

East Lexington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches, including 13.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

East Lexington has a population of 2,020 with a density of 882 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.4%), with 15.7% Black.

Population

2,020
Total Population
882
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

East Lexington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Lexington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Lexington is $70,500, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: East Lexington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,500
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,768
Avg Weekly Wage$850
IRS Avg AGI$73,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)562

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare28
Retail69
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,780
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Work from Home16.2%

Walkability

The median home value in East Lexington is $275,800, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $965 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$275,800
2% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$965
17% 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-Occupied49.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,780
8% above US avg
Effective Rate1.37%
In East Lexington, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Lexington vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death10,446/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access57.2%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

East Lexington has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.9 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall13.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,039 ft (317 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density882/sq mi
Coordinates37.8015°N, 79.4165°W
County FIPS51163
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.8%
32% below US avg
High School+90.2%
School Test Score5.58
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density882/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants55
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Work from Home16.2%

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