Irvington, VA

Virginia

Irvington is a small town in Virginia with a population of 503. Residents earn $145,333 per year, which is 93% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
503 Population 333/sq mi density
$145,333 Median Income $108,398 per capita
$395,200 Home Value $588,704 Zillow
$800 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$145,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$395,200 home value, $800/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
65.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $145,333
93% higher than US avg
Home Value $395,200
40% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 65.8%
95% higher than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population503
Median Age62.3 yrs
Density333/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$145,333
Per Capita$108,398
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$679M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$395,200
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$588,704
Housing Units377
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking10.3%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+65.8%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+31.2%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute23 min
Broadband92.2%
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Irvington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Irvington receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Irvington stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Irvington is $145,333, which is significantly higher than the national average — 93% above $75,149. This places Irvington among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Irvington is $395,200, 40% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Irvington is a highly educated community — 65.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Irvington 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. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches, including 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Irvington has a population of 503 with a density of 333 people per square mile. The median age is 62.3 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

503
Total Population
333
People / sq mi
62.3yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Irvington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Irvington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Irvington is $145,333, which is 93% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Irvington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$145,333
93% above US avg
Per Capita Income$108,398
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$96,293

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)543
County GDP$679M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare37
Retail81
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,606
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Irvington is $395,200, 40% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $588,704.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$395,200
40% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$588,704

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied92.6%
Housing Units377
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,606
32% above US avg
Effective Rate1.17%
In Irvington, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 10.3% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 17.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.3%
26% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity17.3%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep32.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits72.8%
Premature Death10,856/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access70.9%
Healthcare Facilities37
Irvington 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. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density333/sq mi
Coordinates37.6624°N, 76.4200°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 65.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7-point margin. 92.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.1%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+65.8%
95% above US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+31.2%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density333/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.2%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants43
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.8%

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