Home Value $138,000

51% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 31.9%

5% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.4%

13% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 27.7%

123% higher than US avg

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

People

Population479

Median Age69.1 yrs

Density91/mi²

Male / Female42% / 58%

Largest GroupWhite 85%

Veterans11.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$28,885

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty27.7%

County GDP$2,039M

Commute52 min

Housing

Home Value$138,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units1,125

Rent Burden28.7%

Health

Obesity36.4%

Uninsured7.2%

Smoking12.4%

Depression22.6%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)

AQI35 (Good)

Rain43.3 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation37 ft (11 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+31.9%

High School+90.8%

Graduate+0.2%

School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%

Commute52 min

Broadband83.3%

Libraries2

Is Horntown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Horntown receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Horntown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 27.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Horntown is $138,000, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Horntown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Horntown has a population of 479 with a density of 91 people per square mile. The median age is 69.1 years, 78% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85%), with 9.6% Black.

Population

479

Total Population

People / sq mi

69.1yrs

Median Age

78% above US avg

5.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.4%

Female 57.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Horntown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Horntown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Horntown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Horntown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$28,885
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,012
IRS Avg AGI	$57,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	27.7%
	123% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,264
County GDP	$2,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants	100
Healthcare	56
Retail	146
Manufacturing	17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,826
	19% below US avg
Cost of Living	101.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	52.0 min
Drive Alone	0.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Horntown is $138,000, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$138,000
	51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.7%

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-Occupied	83.3%
Housing Units	1,125
Median Year Built	1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,826
	19% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.05%

In Horntown, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 12.4% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.4%
	13% above US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	34.7%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	5.3%
Cancer	6.9%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.4%
	11% below US avg
Binge Drinking	15.8%
Physical Inactivity	22.7%
Depression	22.6%
Mental Distress	17.6%
Physical Distress	11.5%
Short Sleep	35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	7.2%
	16% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,770
Dentists	1:1,844
Mental Health	1:739
Checkup Rate	79.2%
Dental Visits	64.3%
Premature Death	12,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.6/10
Exercise Access	41.6%
Healthcare Facilities	56

Horntown has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.3 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	57.8°F
	7% above US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	43.3 inches
	14% above US avg
Snowfall	8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	35.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	37 ft (11 m)
Area	5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density	91/sq mi
Coordinates	37.9661°N, 75.4570°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Accomack County County
County FIPS	51001

Horntown is located in Accomack County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%

D 43%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	31.9%
	5% below US avg
High School+	90.8%
Graduate Degree+	0.2%
School Test Score	5.58

B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	91/sq mi
Total Area	5.3 sq mi
County	Accomack County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	83.3%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	56
Restaurants	100
Retail Stores	146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	52.0 min
Drive Alone	0.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Horntown, VA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Horntown a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Horntown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Horntown vs U.S. Average

Income: Horntown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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