Lake Wilderness, VA

Lake Wilderness, VA

At a Glance

How Lake Wilderness Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows Lake Wilderness's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is Lake Wilderness a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Lake Wilderness residents earn a median household income of $115,781 , which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,018. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,570 business establishments, including 222 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Lake Wilderness is $325,700 , 16% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $367,050. Median rent is $1,744/month, with 18.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1993.

Education

26.9% of adults in Lake Wilderness hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below the national average). 94.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Lake Wilderness has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches.

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