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Montross, VA

Virginia

Montross is a small town in Virginia with a population of 436. Residents earn $71,500 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
436 Population 423/sq mi density
$71,500 Median Income $57,442 per capita
$241,700 Home Value $286,259 Zillow
$810 Median Rent 20.6% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,500 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$241,700 home value, $810/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,500
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $241,700
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.0%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $810
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population436
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density423/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,500
Per Capita$57,442
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$666M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$241,700
Rent$810
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$286,259
Housing Units206
Rent Burden20.6%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking15.8%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation148 ft (45 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.0%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+21.6%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute18 min
Broadband81.9%
Libraries3

Is Montross a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montross receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Montross stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montross is $71,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montross is $241,700, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $810 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Montross experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Montross has a population of 436 with a density of 423 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81%), with 9.4% Black.

Population

436
Total Population
423
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Montross vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Montross vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montross is $71,500, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Montross vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,500
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$57,442
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$69,177

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)476
County GDP$666M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare16
Retail54
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,543
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.2 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Montross is $241,700, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $810 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $286,259.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$241,700
14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$286,259

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$810
30% below US avg
Rent Burden20.6%

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-Occupied68.1%
Housing Units206
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,543
1% above US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Montross, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.8%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits57.0%
Premature Death10,259/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access22.0%
Healthcare Facilities16
Montross has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall15.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density423/sq mi
Coordinates38.0924°N, 76.8159°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51193
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.3-point margin. 81.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.7%
D 42.4%

Winner: Republican by 14.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.0%
8% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+21.6%
School Test Score5.58
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density423/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.9%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants39
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.2 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Nearby Cities

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