Motley, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Motley is a small town in Virginia with a population of 743. Residents earn $45,833 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
743 Population 188/sq mi density
$45,833 Median Income $25,372 per capita
$120,700 Home Value
$822 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$45,833 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,700 home value, $822/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,833
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,700
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $822
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.3%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population743
Median Age57.7 yrs
Density188/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,833
Per Capita$25,372
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty8.4%
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,700
Rent$822
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden23.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Elevation810 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+79.2%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute30 min
Broadband73.6%
Libraries4

Is Motley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Motley receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Motley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Motley is $45,833, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Motley is $120,700, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $822 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Motley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Motley has a population of 743 with a density of 188 people per square mile. The median age is 57.7 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.4%), with 13.6% Black.

Population

743
Total Population
188
People / sq mi
57.7yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Motley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Motley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Motley is $45,833, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Motley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,833
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,372
Avg Weekly Wage$1,108
IRS Avg AGI$62,526

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,798

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare93
Retail190
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,022
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Motley is $120,700, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $822 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,700
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$77
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$822
29% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

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-Occupied76.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,022
42% below US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
In Motley, 45.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 37.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.3%
41% above US avg
Diabetes15.2%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure40.6%
Asthma13.0%
COPD10.6%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.4%
Physical Inactivity37.0%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress18.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death8,566/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access49.1%
Healthcare Facilities93

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Motley has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall11.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation810 ft (247 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density188/sq mi
Coordinates37.0658°N, 79.3500°W
County FIPS51031
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.6-point margin. 73.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.9%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 48.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+79.2%
School Test Score5.58
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density188/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities93
Restaurants77
Retail Stores190

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

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