Home Value $288,200

2% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 26.8%

20% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.0%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 33.0%

166% higher than US avg

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

People

Population430

Median Age58.5 yrs

Density107/mi²

Male / Female39% / 61%

Largest GroupWhite 77%

Veterans2.9%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$34,382

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty33.0%

County GDP$700M

Commute41 min

Housing

Home Value$288,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$304,217

Housing Units375

Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity36.0%

Uninsured9.3%

Smoking15.7%

Depression25.6%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI35 (Good)

Rain46.3 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation1,249 ft (381 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.8%

High School+75.3%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%

Commute41 min

Broadband64.5%

Libraries1

Is Lovingston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lovingston receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Lovingston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 33.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lovingston is $288,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lovingston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Lovingston has a population of 430 with a density of 107 people per square mile. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.4%).

Population

430

Total Population

107

People / sq mi

58.5yrs

Median Age

50% above US avg

4.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.1%

Female 60.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lovingston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lovingston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lovingston is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Lovingston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$34,382
Avg Weekly Wage	$924
IRS Avg AGI	$76,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	33.0%
	166% above US avg
Establishments (County)	560
County GDP	$700M

Business (County)

Restaurants	25
Healthcare	23
Retail	44
Manufacturing	26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,245
	21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	41.4 min
Drive Alone	56.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	43.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lovingston is $288,200, 2% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,217.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$288,200
	2% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$304,217

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.2%

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-Occupied	44.0%
Housing Units	375
Median Year Built	1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,245
	21% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.47%

In Lovingston, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.0%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	11.3%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	33.6%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	6.8%
Cancer	6.9%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.7%
	12% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.3%
Physical Inactivity	25.7%
Depression	25.6%
Mental Distress	19.2%
Physical Distress	13.8%
Short Sleep	37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	9.3%
	8% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.6%
Dental Visits	63.0%
Premature Death	8,481/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.6/10
Exercise Access	51.5%
Healthcare Facilities	23

Lovingston has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	56.8°F
	5% above US avg
January Average	37°F (3°C)
July Average	76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	46.3 inches
	22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	35.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,249 ft (381 m)
Area	4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density	107/sq mi
Coordinates	37.7639°N, 78.8597°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	51125

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.5-point margin. 64.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.3%

D 45.8%

Winner: Republican by 7.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.8%
	20% below US avg
High School+	75.3%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.58

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	107/sq mi
Total Area	4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	64.5%
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	23
Restaurants	25
Retail Stores	44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	41.4 min
Drive Alone	56.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	43.9%

Lovingston, VA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Lovingston a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Lovingston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Lovingston vs U.S. Average

Income: Lovingston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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