Maurertown, VA

Virginia

Maurertown is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,138. Residents earn $89,375 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,138 Population 527/sq mi density
$89,375 Median Income $26,153 per capita
$263,400 Home Value $356,448 Zillow
$1,391 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$89,375 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$263,400 home value, $1,391/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,375
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $263,400
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,391
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,138
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density527/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,375
Per Capita$26,153
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,270M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$263,400
Rent$1,391
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$356,448

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+87.2%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute31 min
Libraries6

Is Maurertown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maurertown receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Maurertown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maurertown is $89,375, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maurertown is $263,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,391 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Maurertown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Maurertown has a population of 1,138 with a density of 527 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

1,138
Total Population
527
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Maurertown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Maurertown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maurertown is $89,375, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Maurertown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,375
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,153
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$70,092

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,152
County GDP$2,270M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare75
Retail134
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,985
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Maurertown is $263,400, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,391 (20% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $356,448.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$263,400
7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$356,448

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,391
20% 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-Occupied94.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,985
15% below US avg
Effective Rate1.13%
In Maurertown, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death8,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access59.1%
Healthcare Facilities75

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Maurertown 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density527/sq mi
Coordinates38.9318°N, 78.4643°W
County FIPS51171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density527/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants101
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Work from Home4.2%

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