Lovettsville, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Lovettsville is a small town in Virginia with a population of 2,697. Residents earn $141,042 per year, which is 88% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,697 Population 3,030/sq mi density
$141,042 Median Income $44,311 per capita
$526,600 Home Value $777,734 Zillow
$1,972 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$141,042 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$526,600 home value, $1,972/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $141,042
88% higher than US avg
Home Value $526,600
87% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.4%
47% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,972
70% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,697
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density3,030/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A+
Median Income$141,042
Per Capita$44,311
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$3,037M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$526,600
Rent$1,972
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$777,734

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Elevation485 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.4%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute43 min
EV Stations5
Libraries3

Is Lovettsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lovettsville receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Lovettsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lovettsville is $141,042, which is significantly higher than the national average — 88% above $75,149. This places Lovettsville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lovettsville is $526,600, making it a premium housing market at 87% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,972 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lovettsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Lovettsville has a population of 2,697 with a density of 3,030 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.6%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 9.8% Black.

Population

2,697
Total Population
3,030
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lovettsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.3%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.7%
10% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lovettsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lovettsville is $141,042, which is 88% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Lovettsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$141,042
88% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,311
Avg Weekly Wage$1,189
IRS Avg AGI$83,954

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,314
County GDP$3,037M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare80
Retail145
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,965
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.4 min
Work from Home29.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lovettsville is $526,600, 87% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,972 (70% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $777,734.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$526,600
87% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$777,734
Median List Price$602,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$602,450
$/Sq Ft$199
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,972
70% above US avg

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-Occupied84.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,965
15% below US avg
Effective Rate0.56%
In Lovettsville, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lovettsville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death9,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access35.1%
Healthcare Facilities80

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Lovettsville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation485 ft (148 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density3,030/sq mi
Coordinates39.2698°N, 77.6404°W
County FIPS54037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 49.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 15.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.4%
47% above US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,030/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants129
Retail Stores145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.4 min
Work from Home29.2%

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