Nellysford, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Nellysford is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,623. Residents earn $133,036 per year, which is 77% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,623 Population 169/sq mi density
$133,036 Median Income $70,801 per capita
$520,000 Home Value $577,064 Zillow
$1,521 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$133,036 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$520,000 home value, $1,521/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
70.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $133,036
77% higher than US avg
Home Value $520,000
84% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 70.3%
109% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,521
31% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,623
Median Age64.3 yrs
Density169/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$133,036
Per Capita$70,801
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$700M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$520,000
Rent$1,521
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$577,064

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation2,865 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+70.3%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute21 min
Libraries1

Is Nellysford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nellysford receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Nellysford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nellysford is $133,036, which is significantly higher than the national average — 77% above $75,149. This places Nellysford among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nellysford is $520,000, making it a premium housing market at 84% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,521 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Nellysford is a highly educated community — 70.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Nellysford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Nellysford has a population of 1,623 with a density of 169 people per square mile. The median age is 64.3 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

1,623
Total Population
169
People / sq mi
64.3yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
9.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Nellysford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nellysford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nellysford is $133,036, which is 77% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Nellysford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$133,036
77% above US avg
Per Capita Income$70,801
Avg Weekly Wage$924
IRS Avg AGI$76,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)560
County GDP$700M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare23
Retail44
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,245
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Work from Home39.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nellysford is $520,000, 84% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,521 (31% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $577,064.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$520,000
84% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$577,064

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,521
31% above US avg

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-Occupied89.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,245
21% above US avg
Effective Rate0.82%
In Nellysford, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 17.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.5%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity17.7%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death8,481/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access51.5%
Healthcare Facilities23

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Nellysford has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°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) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,865 ft (873 m)
Area9.6 sq mi (24.9 km²)
Population Density169/sq mi
Coordinates37.9235°N, 78.8935°W
County FIPS51125
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 70.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (109% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.3%
D 45.8%

Winner: Republican by 7.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+70.3%
109% above US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density169/sq mi
Total Area9.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants25
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Work from Home39.0%

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