Moneta, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Moneta is a small town in Virginia with a population of 301.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
301 Population 79/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $36,937 per capita
$302,700 Home Value $537,176 Zillow
$1,321 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $302,700
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.3%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,321
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population301
Median Age58.9 yrs
Density79/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans16.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$36,937
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$2,746M
Commute34 min

Housing

Home Value$302,700
Rent$1,321
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$537,176
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation897 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute34 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries6

Is Moneta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moneta receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include strong internet connectivity. Moneta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moneta is $302,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,321 per month.

Education

30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Moneta enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Moneta has a population of 301 with a density of 79 people per square mile. The median age is 58.9 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 3.7% Black.

Population

301
Total Population
79
People / sq mi
58.9yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Moneta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moneta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moneta is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Moneta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$36,937
Avg Weekly Wage$930
IRS Avg AGI$87,825

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,307
County GDP$2,746M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare164
Retail228
Manufacturing79

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,708
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.5 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Moneta is $302,700, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,321 (14% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $537,176.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$302,700
7% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$537,176

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,321
14% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied71.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,708
23% below US avg
Effective Rate0.89%
In Moneta, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death8,449/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access55.8%
Healthcare Facilities164

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Moneta has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation897 ft (273 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density79/sq mi
Coordinates37.1882°N, 79.6134°W
County FIPS51019
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.8%
D 24.4%

Winner: Republican by 50.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.3%
10% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.58
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density79/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities164
Restaurants110
Retail Stores228

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.5 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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