Lexington, VA
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Lexington, VA
At a Glance
How Lexington Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lexington's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lexington a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lexington residents earn a median household income of $89,598 , which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,839. The unemployment rate stands at 0.7% (81% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 310 business establishments, including 49 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lexington is $275,300 , 2% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $365,926. Median rent is $985/month, with 28.4% 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 1957.
Safety & Crime
Lexington reports 144 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 457/100K.
Education
57.3% of adults in Lexington hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% above the national average). 95.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lexington has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches.