Hayfield, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Hayfield is a small town in Virginia with a population of 4,252. Residents earn $192,813 per year, which is 157% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,252 Population 3,322/sq mi density
$192,813 Median Income $86,577 per capita
$653,700 Home Value
$3,277 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$192,813 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$653,700 home value, $3,277/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
73.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $192,813
157% higher than US avg
Home Value $653,700
132% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 73.3%
118% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,277
182% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.3%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,252
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density3,322/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A+
Median Income$192,813
Per Capita$86,577
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty0.6%
County GDP$18,000M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$653,700
Rent$3,277
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation54 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+73.3%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 20% / D 78%
Commute29 min
Libraries7

Is Hayfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hayfield receives an overall livability score of 4.9 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. Hayfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hayfield is $192,813, which is significantly higher than the national average — 157% above $75,149. This places Hayfield among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hayfield is $653,700, making it a premium housing market at 132% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,277 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Hayfield is a highly educated community — 73.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hayfield 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.

Hayfield has a population of 4,252 with a density of 3,322 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75%), with 4.7% Black.

Population

4,252
Total Population
3,322
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hayfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.4%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.6%
13% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hayfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hayfield is $192,813, which is 157% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Hayfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$192,813
157% above US avg
Per Capita Income$86,577
Avg Weekly Wage$1,760
IRS Avg AGI$135,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% 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 Rate1.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Work from Home33.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hayfield is $653,700, 132% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,277 (182% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$653,700
132% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$311
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio98.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,277
182% 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-Occupied94.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,153
162% above US avg
Effective Rate1.40%
In Hayfield, 24.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 15.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.3%
24% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD3.6%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity15.7%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress13.2%
Physical Distress9.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death4,702/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities497

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Hayfield 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

Elevation54 ft (16 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density3,322/sq mi
Coordinates38.7534°N, 77.1326°W
County FIPS51510
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 73.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (118% 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+73.3%
118% above US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,322/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities497
Restaurants396
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Work from Home33.1%

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