Fairview Beach, VA

Virginia

Fairview Beach is a small town in Virginia with a population of 204. Residents earn $97,308 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
204 Population 703/sq mi density
$97,308 Median Income $80,004 per capita
$450,900 Home Value
$1,306 Median Rent 41.7% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$97,308 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$450,900 home value, $1,306/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
49.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,308
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $450,900
60% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.1%
46% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,306
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population204
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density703/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,308
Per Capita$80,004
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,903M
Commute48 min

Housing

A
Home Value$450,900
Rent$1,306
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units159
Rent Burden41.7%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking13.9%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.1%
High School+92.2%
Graduate+39.8%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute48 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries1

Is Fairview Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairview Beach receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Fairview Beach stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairview Beach is $97,308, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairview Beach is $450,900, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,306 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairview Beach enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches, including 11.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Fairview Beach has a population of 204 with a density of 703 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 4.4% Hispanic.

Population

204
Total Population
703
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.3%
Female 63.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairview Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairview Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairview Beach is $97,308, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: Fairview Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,308
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$80,004
Avg Weekly Wage$1,821
IRS Avg AGI$91,581

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)693
County GDP$2,903M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare30
Retail66
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,266
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairview Beach is $450,900, 60% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,306 (12% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$450,900
60% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,306
12% above US avg
Rent Burden41.7%

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-Occupied57.1%
Housing Units159
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,266
7% below US avg
Effective Rate0.72%
In Fairview Beach, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fairview Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep33.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits70.7%
Premature Death7,991/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access69.3%
Healthcare Facilities30
Fairview Beach has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall11.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density703/sq mi
Coordinates38.3282°N, 77.2423°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 49.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.8%
D 36.8%

Winner: Republican by 25 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.1%
46% above US avg
High School+92.2%
Graduate Degree+39.8%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density703/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants40
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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