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Locust Grove, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Locust Grove is a small town in Virginia with a population of 169.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
169 Population 313/sq mi density
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population169
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density313/mi²
Male / Female62% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans19.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,458
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$2,557M
Commute18 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$427,287
Rent Burden26.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation757 ft (231 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+83.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute18 min
Broadband39.0%
Libraries1

Is Locust Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Locust Grove receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Locust Grove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Locust Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Locust Grove has a population of 169 with a density of 313 people per square mile. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

169
Total Population
313
People / sq mi
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.5%
Female 38.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Locust Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Locust Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Locust Grove is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Locust Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,458
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$75,889

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,178
County GDP$2,557M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare67
Retail131
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,065
12% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $427,287.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$427,287

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.6%

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-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,065
12% below US avg
Locust Grove has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation757 ft (231 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density313/sq mi
Coordinates38.9695°N, 78.4021°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51187
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.6-point margin. 39.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 30.6%

Winner: Republican by 37.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+83.5%
School Test Score5.58
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density313/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants89
Retail Stores131

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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