Modest Town, VA

Virginia

Modest Town is a small town in Virginia with a population of 243. Residents earn $101,875 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
243 Population 412/sq mi density
$101,875 Median Income $22,053 per capita
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$101,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,875
36% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population243
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density412/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,875
Per Capita$22,053
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,039M
Commute19 min

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+42.2%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute19 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries2

Is Modest Town a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Modest Town receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Modest Town offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Modest Town is $101,875, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Modest Town among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Modest Town enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Modest Town has a population of 243 with a density of 412 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 11.1% Hispanic.

Population

243
Total Population
412
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Modest Town vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Modest Town vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Modest Town is $101,875, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Modest Town vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,875
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$22,053
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$57,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,264
County GDP$2,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare56
Retail146
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone57.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Modest Town, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Modest Town vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death12,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access41.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Modest Town has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density412/sq mi
Coordinates37.8169°N, 75.5611°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 43%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+42.2%
School Test Score5.58
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density412/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants100
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone57.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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