Hopewell, VA
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Hopewell, VA
At a Glance
How Hopewell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hopewell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hopewell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hopewell residents earn a median household income of $48,681 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,626. The unemployment rate stands at 9.3% (158% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 546 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hopewell is $165,100 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $235,011. Median rent is $1,085/month, with 37.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Hopewell reports 385 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 1% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,062/100K.
Education
12.5% of adults in Hopewell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 87.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hopewell has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches.