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Mount Crawford, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Mount Crawford is a small town in Virginia with a population of 531. Residents earn $97,583 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
531 Population 1,062/sq mi density
$97,583 Median Income $35,269 per capita
$274,000 Home Value $397,732 Zillow
$1,300 Median Rent 20.4% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$97,583 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$274,000 home value, $1,300/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,583
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $274,000
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.3%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,300
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population531
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density1,062/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,583
Per Capita$35,269
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty2.9%
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$274,000
Rent$1,300
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$397,732
Housing Units181
Rent Burden20.4%

Health

Obesity31.0%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking11.9%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,203 ft (367 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.3%
High School+92.5%
Graduate+8.2%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 62%
Commute21 min
Broadband95.4%
Libraries1

Is Mount Crawford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Crawford receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Mount Crawford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Crawford is $97,583, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Crawford is $274,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,300 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Crawford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches, including 19.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Mount Crawford has a population of 531 with a density of 1,062 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%).

Population

531
Total Population
1,062
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Crawford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.0%
1% above US avg
Spanish21.0%
57% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Crawford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Crawford is $97,583, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Mount Crawford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,583
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,269
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$56,144

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,754

Business (County)

Restaurants212
Healthcare204
Retail317
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,439
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Crawford is $274,000, 3% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,300 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $397,732.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$274,000
3% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$397,732

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,300
12% above US avg
Rent Burden20.4%

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-Occupied80.3%
Housing Units181
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,439
2% below US avg
Effective Rate1.26%
In Mount Crawford, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 11.9% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mount Crawford vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.9%
15% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep31.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits73.9%
Premature Death5,914/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access98.7%
Healthcare Facilities204
Mount Crawford has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.0 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.0 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall19.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,203 ft (367 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,062/sq mi
Coordinates38.3609°N, 78.9410°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51660
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 34.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 25.4-point margin. 95.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.3%
D 61.7%

Winner: Democrat by 25.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.3%
2% above US avg
High School+92.5%
Graduate Degree+8.2%
School Test Score5.58
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,062/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities204
Restaurants212
Retail Stores317

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.4%

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