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New Hope, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

New Hope is a small town in Virginia with a population of 917. Residents earn $87,083 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
917 Population 158/sq mi density
$87,083 Median Income $35,865 per capita
$314,400 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$87,083 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$314,400 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,083
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $314,400
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population917
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density158/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,083
Per Capita$35,865
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$314,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units393
Rent Burden32.0%

Health

Obesity41.9%
Uninsured10.7%
Smoking17.2%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,314 ft (401 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute19 min
Broadband80.8%
Libraries1

Is New Hope a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Hope receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. New Hope stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Hope is $87,083, 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 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Hope is $314,400, 12% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

New Hope experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

New Hope has a population of 917 with a density of 158 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).

Population

917
Total Population
158
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

New Hope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Hope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Hope is $87,083, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: New Hope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,083
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,865
Avg Weekly Wage$943
IRS Avg AGI$60,534

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate0.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in New Hope is $314,400, 12% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$314,400
12% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$259
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio105.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.0%

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-Occupied92.9%
Housing Units393
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,967
15% below US avg
Effective Rate0.94%
In New Hope, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Hope vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured10.7%
24% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits60.5%
Premature Death11,090/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access74.9%
Healthcare Facilities51
New Hope 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. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,314 ft (401 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²)
Population Density158/sq mi
Coordinates38.1925°N, 78.8947°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51820
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.7-point margin. 80.8% 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+24.1%
28% below US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score5.58
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density158/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants77
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

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