Gwynn, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Gwynn is a small town in Virginia with a population of 584. Residents earn $91,210 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
584 Population 249/sq mi density
$91,210 Median Income $43,207 per capita
$408,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,210 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$408,500 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,210
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $408,500
45% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.6%
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population584
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density249/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,210
Per Capita$43,207
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$261M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$408,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Elevation4 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute33 min
Broadband71.5%
Libraries1

Is Gwynn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gwynn receives an overall livability score of 4.4 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. Gwynn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gwynn is $91,210, 21% 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 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gwynn is $408,500, 45% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Gwynn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches, including 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Gwynn has a population of 584 with a density of 249 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 6.2% Hispanic.

Population

584
Total Population
249
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gwynn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gwynn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gwynn is $91,210, which is 21% 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 33 minutes.

Income: Gwynn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,210
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,207
Avg Weekly Wage$798
IRS Avg AGI$83,264

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)257
County GDP$261M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare22
Retail25
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,725
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit8.6%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Gwynn is $408,500, 45% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$408,500
45% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$0
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

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-Occupied60.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,725
6% above US avg
Effective Rate0.91%
In Gwynn, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death10,352/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Gwynn has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall8.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4 ft (1 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density249/sq mi
Coordinates37.4956°N, 76.2866°W
County FIPS51115
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 41.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.3-point margin. 71.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.3%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 39.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.6%
23% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.58
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density249/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants16
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit8.6%
Work from Home8.9%

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