Mount Sidney, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Mount Sidney is a small town in Virginia with a population of 657. Residents earn $87,076 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
657 Population 396/sq mi density
$87,076 Median Income $39,662 per capita
$347,200 Home Value $387,682 Zillow
$727 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$87,076 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$347,200 home value, $727/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,076
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $347,200
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.0%
19% higher than US avg
Median Rent $727
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population657
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density396/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans15.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,076
Per Capita$39,662
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.4%
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$347,200
Rent$727
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$387,682
Rent Burden14.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation1,493 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.0%
High School+92.9%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute21 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries1

Is Mount Sidney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Sidney receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Mount Sidney 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 Sidney is $87,076, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.4% 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 Sidney is $347,200, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $727 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Sidney experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Mount Sidney has a population of 657 with a density of 396 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.5%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

657
Total Population
396
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Sidney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.4%
6% below US avg
Spanish26.6%
99% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Sidney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Sidney is $87,076, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Mount Sidney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,076
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,662
Avg Weekly Wage$943
IRS Avg AGI$60,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)776

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare51
Retail121
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,967
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone96.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Sidney is $347,200, 23% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $727 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $387,682.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$347,200
23% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$387,682

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$727
37% below US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

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-Occupied51.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,967
15% below US avg
Effective Rate0.85%
In Mount Sidney, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death11,090/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access74.9%
Healthcare Facilities51

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Mount Sidney has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,493 ft (455 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density396/sq mi
Coordinates38.2550°N, 78.9713°W
County FIPS51820
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 40.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.2%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 5.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.0%
19% above US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score5.58
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density396/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants77
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone96.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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