King George, VA

Virginia

King George is a small town in Virginia with a population of 4,833. Residents earn $92,452 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
4,833 Population 449/sq mi density
$92,452 Median Income $32,797 per capita
$330,500 Home Value $459,764 Zillow
$1,494 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$92,452 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$330,500 home value, $1,494/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,452
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $330,500
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.8%
3% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,494
28% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,833
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density449/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,452
Per Capita$32,797
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$2,903M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$330,500
Rent$1,494
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$459,764

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Elevation136 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.8%
High School+90.2%
School Score6.03

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute32 min
EV Stations3
Libraries1

Is King George a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, King George receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. King George stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in King George is $92,452, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 6.2% 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 King George is $330,500, 17% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,494 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

32.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

King George enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches, including 11.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

King George has a population of 4,833 with a density of 449 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.3%), with 21.2% Black.

Population

4,833
Total Population
449
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
10.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

King George vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

King George vs U.S. Average

The median household income in King George is $92,452, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: King George vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,452
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,797
Avg Weekly Wage$1,821
IRS Avg AGI$91,581

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)693
County GDP$2,903M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare30
Retail66
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,266
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in King George is $330,500, 17% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,494 (28% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $459,764.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$330,500
17% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$459,764

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,494
28% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,182
1 Bedroom$1,211
2 Bedrooms$1,469
3 Bedrooms$2,043
4 Bedrooms$2,464

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,266
7% below US avg
Effective Rate0.99%
In King George, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: King George vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death7,991/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access69.3%
Healthcare Facilities30

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

King George has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall11.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation136 ft (41 m)
Area10.8 sq mi (27.9 km²)
Population Density449/sq mi
Coordinates38.2794°N, 77.1843°W
County FIPS51099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 32.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.8%
D 36.8%

Winner: Republican by 25 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.8%
3% below US avg
High School+90.2%
School Test Score6.03
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density449/sq mi
Total Area10.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants40
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Work from Home13.2%

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