Keswick, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Keswick is a small town in Virginia with a population of 386. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
386 Population 194/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $264,679 per capita
$1,116,800 Home Value $853,466 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$1,116,800 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
87.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,116,800
296% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 87.8%
161% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population386
Median Age64.6 yrs
Density194/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans41.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$264,679
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty0.0%
Commute15 min

Housing

A
Home Value$1,116,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$853,466

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Elevation403 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+87.8%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 15% / D 83%
Commute15 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations4
Libraries2

Is Keswick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keswick receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Keswick stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keswick is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Keswick among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Keswick is $1,116,800, making it a premium housing market at 296% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Keswick is a highly educated community — 87.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Keswick enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches, including 15.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Keswick has a population of 386 with a density of 194 people per square mile. The median age is 64.6 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

386
Total Population
194
People / sq mi
64.6yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Keswick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Keswick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keswick is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Keswick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$264,679
Avg Weekly Wage$1,384
IRS Avg AGI$122,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,587

Business (County)

Restaurants323
Healthcare172
Retail282
Manufacturing49

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,207
134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.8 min
Drive Alone12.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home87.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Keswick is $1,116,800, 296% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $853,466.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,116,800
296% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$853,466
Median List Price$2,895,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,895,000
$/Sq Ft$128
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio75.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

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-Occupied87.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,207
134% above US avg
Effective Rate0.73%
In Keswick, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.9%
7% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death6,526/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities172

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Keswick has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.1 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall15.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation403 ft (123 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density194/sq mi
Coordinates38.0145°N, 78.3616°W
County FIPS51540
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 87.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (161% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 68.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 14.7%
D 83.4%

Winner: Democrat by 68.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+87.8%
161% above US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density194/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities172
Restaurants323
Retail Stores282

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.8 min
Drive Alone12.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home87.7%

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