Fort Hunt, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Fort Hunt is a small city in Virginia with a population of 16,519. Residents earn $210,471 per year, which is 180% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
16,519 Population 2,824/sq mi density
$210,471 Median Income $94,284 per capita
$890,400 Home Value $984,404 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$210,471 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$890,400 home value, $3,501/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
78.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $210,471
180% higher than US avg
Home Value $890,400
216% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 78.8%
134% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.5%
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population16,519
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density2,824/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$210,471
Per Capita$94,284
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$18,000M
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$890,400
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$984,404

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation31 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+78.8%
High School+98.2%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 20% / D 78%
Commute32 min
Libraries7

Is Fort Hunt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fort Hunt receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Fort Hunt 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 Hunt is $210,471, which is significantly higher than the national average — 180% above $75,149. This places Fort Hunt among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fort Hunt is $890,400, making it a premium housing market at 216% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Fort Hunt is a highly educated community — 78.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fort Hunt 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 Hunt has a population of 16,519 with a density of 2,824 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

16,519
Total Population
2,824
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Fort Hunt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.3%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.7%
20% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fort Hunt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fort Hunt is $210,471, which is 180% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Fort Hunt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$210,471
180% above US avg
Per Capita Income$94,284
Avg Weekly Wage$1,760
IRS Avg AGI$135,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% 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 Rate1.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Work from Home28.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Fort Hunt is $890,400, 216% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $984,404.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$890,400
216% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$984,404
Median List Price$875,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$875,000
$/Sq Ft$466
Homes Sold15
Sale-to-List Ratio100.9%
Price Drops10.5%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above 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-Occupied94.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,153
162% above US avg
Effective Rate1.03%
In Fort Hunt, 23.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 14.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.5%
27% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure25.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD3.6%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity14.3%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress13.2%
Physical Distress9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death4,702/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities497

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Fort Hunt 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

Elevation31 ft (9 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.2 km²)
Population Density2,824/sq mi
Coordinates38.7355°N, 77.0577°W
County FIPS51510
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 78.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (134% 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+78.8%
134% above US avg
High School+98.2%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,824/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities497
Restaurants396
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Work from Home28.3%

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