Fort Belvoir, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Fort Belvoir is a small city in Virginia with a population of 8,107. Residents earn $101,237 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
8,107 Population 916/sq mi density
$101,237 Median Income $27,278 per capita
$244,400 Home Value $789,427 Zillow
$3,212 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$101,237 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$244,400 home value, $3,212/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,237
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $244,400
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.5%
56% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,212
176% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.1%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,107
Median Age18.9 yrs
Density916/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 57%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,237
Per Capita$27,278
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$18,000M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$244,400
Rent$3,212
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$789,427

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation129 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.5%
High School+98.3%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 20% / D 78%
Commute24 min
EV Stations4
Libraries7

Is Fort Belvoir a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Belvoir 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, affordable housing. Fort Belvoir stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fort Belvoir is $101,237, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Fort Belvoir among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Belvoir is $244,400, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $3,212 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Fort Belvoir is a highly educated community — 52.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Belvoir enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 13.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Fort Belvoir has a population of 8,107 with a density of 916 people per square mile. The median age is 18.9 years, 51% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.9%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 18.3% Black.

Population

8,107
Total Population
916
People / sq mi
18.9yrs
Median Age
51% below US avg
8.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Belvoir vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.5%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.5%
29% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Belvoir vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Belvoir is $101,237, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Fort Belvoir vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,237
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,278
Avg Weekly Wage$1,760
IRS Avg AGI$135,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,382
County GDP$18,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants396
Healthcare497
Retail413
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,153
162% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Belvoir is $244,400, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,212 (176% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $789,427.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,400
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$789,427

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,212
176% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,304

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-Occupied1.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,153
162% above US avg
Effective Rate3.75%
In Fort Belvoir, 27.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fort Belvoir vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.1%
16% below US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress14.4%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death4,702/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities497

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Fort Belvoir has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall13.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation129 ft (39 m)
Area8.9 sq mi (22.9 km²)
Population Density916/sq mi
Coordinates38.7131°N, 77.1445°W
County FIPS51510
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 52.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 57.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 20.1%
D 77.9%

Winner: Democrat by 57.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.5%
56% above US avg
High School+98.3%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density916/sq mi
Total Area8.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities497
Restaurants396
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Work from Home6.1%

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