Esmont, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Esmont is a small town in Virginia with a population of 413. Residents earn $47,273 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
413 Population 113/sq mi density
$47,273 Median Income $30,246 per capita
$222,200 Home Value $278,104 Zillow
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$47,273 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$222,200 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,273
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $222,200
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population413
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density113/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,273
Per Capita$30,246
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$700M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$222,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$278,104
Housing Units242

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking12.2%
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation529 ft (161 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+77.6%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute21 min
Broadband79.1%
Libraries1

Is Esmont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Esmont receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Esmont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Esmont is $47,273, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Esmont is $222,200, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Esmont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Esmont has a population of 413 with a density of 113 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53%), with 36.1% Black.

Population

413
Total Population
113
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29.8%
Female 70.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Esmont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Esmont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Esmont is $47,273, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Esmont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,273
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,246
Avg Weekly Wage$924
IRS Avg AGI$76,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)560
County GDP$700M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare23
Retail44
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,245
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Esmont is $222,200, 21% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,104.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,200
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$278,104

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied79.6%
Housing Units242
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,245
21% above US avg
Effective Rate1.91%
In Esmont, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 19.1% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.0%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.7%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits71.5%
Premature Death8,481/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access51.5%
Healthcare Facilities23
Esmont has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 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) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation529 ft (161 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²)
Population Density113/sq mi
Coordinates37.8285°N, 78.5921°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51125
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.5-point margin. 79.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.3%
D 45.8%

Winner: Republican by 7.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+77.6%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density113/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.1%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants25
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.2%

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