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Hot Springs, VA

Virginia

Hot Springs is a small town in Virginia with a population of 540. Residents earn $101,964 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
540 Population 97/sq mi density
$101,964 Median Income $39,439 per capita
$254,400 Home Value $206,041 Zillow
$756 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$101,964 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$254,400 home value, $756/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,964
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $254,400
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $756
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.7%
75% higher than US avg

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

People

Population540
Median Age59.5 yrs
Density97/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans12.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$101,964
Per Capita$39,439
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty21.7%
County GDP$327M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$254,400
Rent$756
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$206,041
Housing Units620
Rent Burden19.0%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking20.9%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation2,415 ft (736 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 23%
Commute17 min
Broadband80.3%
EV Stations2
Libraries1

Is Hot Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hot Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Hot Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hot Springs is $101,964, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Hot Springs among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 21.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hot Springs is $254,400, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $756 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

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hot Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches, including 51.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Hot Springs has a population of 540 with a density of 97 people per square mile. The median age is 59.5 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%), with 13% Black.

Population

540
Total Population
97
People / sq mi
59.5yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Hot Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.2%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hot Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hot Springs is $101,964, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Hot Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,964
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,439
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085
IRS Avg AGI$59,570

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.7%
75% above US avg
Establishments (County)258
County GDP$327M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare6
Retail18
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,000
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.2 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hot Springs is $254,400, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $756 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $206,041.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$254,400
10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$206,041

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$756
35% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

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-Occupied77.4%
Housing Units620
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,000
14% above US avg
Effective Rate1.57%
In Hot Springs, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.2% of residents lack health insurance. 20.9% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hot Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.9%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits54.4%
Premature Death10,897/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities6
Hot Springs has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall51.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,415 ft (736 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²)
Population Density97/sq mi
Coordinates38.0013°N, 79.8239°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.8-point margin. 80.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.5%
D 22.8%

Winner: Republican by 53.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density97/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.3%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants18
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.2 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

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