Virginia
Laurel Park is a small town in Virginia with a population of 843. Residents earn $38,621 per year, which is 49% below the national average.
Based on current data, Laurel Park receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Laurel Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Laurel Park is $38,621, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Laurel Park is $139,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Laurel Park enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 9.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 64.6% |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 35.4% |
| 164% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,621 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,116 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $836 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,699 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% |
| 71% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 959 |
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 105 |
| Retail | 81 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,850 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.04% |
| Commute Time | 36.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 43.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 39.7% |
| Census Median | $139,500 |
| 51% below US avg |
| $/Sq Ft | $136 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.8% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,850 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.04% |
| Obesity | 44.0% |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.4% |
| Asthma | 12.7% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.9% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 82.1% |
| Premature Death | 19,661/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 105 |
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.4 inches |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 9.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 733 ft (223 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 648/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6885°N, 79.7866°W |
| County FIPS | 51690 |
Winner: Democrat by 22.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.4% |
| 54% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 69.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.58 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 648/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 105 |
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Retail Stores | 81 |
| Avg Commute | 36.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 43.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 39.7% |