Ivy, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Ivy is a small town in Virginia with a population of 744. Residents earn $184,425 per year, which is 145% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
744 Population 315/sq mi density
$184,425 Median Income $114,808 per capita
$630,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$184,425 median income, 14.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$630,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
96.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $184,425
145% higher than US avg
Home Value $630,000
123% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 96.4%
186% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.6%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 14.6%
306% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population744
Median Age60.9 yrs
Density315/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$184,425
Per Capita$114,808
Unemployment14.6%
Poverty2.7%
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$630,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Elevation657 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+96.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 66%
Commute32 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries4

Is Ivy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ivy receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Ivy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ivy is $184,425, which is significantly higher than the national average — 145% above $75,149. This places Ivy among higher-income communities. At 14.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ivy is $630,000, making it a premium housing market at 123% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Ivy is a highly educated community — 96.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Ivy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches, including 10.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Ivy has a population of 744 with a density of 315 people per square mile. The median age is 60.9 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

744
Total Population
315
People / sq mi
60.9yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.3%
Female 59.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ivy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ivy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ivy is $184,425, which is 145% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Ivy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$184,425
145% above US avg
Per Capita Income$114,808
Avg Weekly Wage$1,401
IRS Avg AGI$146,253

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.6%
306% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,185

Business (County)

Restaurants219
Healthcare408
Retail320
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,595
117% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ivy is $630,000, 123% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$630,000
123% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,595
117% above US avg
Effective Rate1.21%
In Ivy, 25.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 13.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.6%
20% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure25.5%
Asthma9.5%
COPD3.2%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity13.3%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress13.2%
Physical Distress8.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.9%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death5,378/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities408

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Ivy has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall10.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation657 ft (200 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density315/sq mi
Coordinates38.0636°N, 78.5993°W
County FIPS51003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 96.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (186% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 34.1-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 32.2%
D 66.4%

Winner: Democrat by 34.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+96.4%
186% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density315/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities408
Restaurants219
Retail Stores320

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.0%

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