Median Income
$65,809
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$164,100
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.5%
56% lower than US avg
How Fredericksburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,040
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density1,156/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A
Median Income$65,809
Per Capita$35,542
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$1,581M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$164,100
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$196,446
Health
Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation1,085 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute22 min
Libraries7
Is Fredericksburg a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fredericksburg receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Fredericksburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Fredericksburg is $65,809, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fredericksburg is $164,100, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Fredericksburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Fredericksburg has a population of 1,040 with a density of 1,156 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 2.2% Hispanic.
Population
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Fredericksburg vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Fredericksburg vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Fredericksburg is $65,809, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Fredericksburg vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,809 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,542 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,011 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,332 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.5% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 749 |
| County GDP | $1,581M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 48 |
| Healthcare | 73 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,930 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.00% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |
The median home value in Fredericksburg is $164,100, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,446.
Home Values
| Census Median | $164,100 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $196,446 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $750 |
| 36% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,930 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.00% |
In Fredericksburg, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fredericksburg vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.3% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.1% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.6% |
| Depression | 20.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,009/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 73 |
Crime Rates: Fredericksburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Fredericksburg has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.4°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.6 inches |
| 2% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,085 ft (331 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,156/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.9648°N, 92.1965°W |
| County FIPS | 19017 |