North Garden, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

North Garden is a small town in Virginia with a population of 405. Residents earn $129,583 per year, which is 72% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
405 Population 143/sq mi density
$129,583 Median Income $58,416 per capita
$560,500 Home Value $494,946 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$129,583 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$560,500 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $129,583
72% higher than US avg
Home Value $560,500
99% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.7%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population405
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density143/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$129,583
Per Capita$58,416
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$700M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$560,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$494,946

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation653 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+83.6%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute33 min
Broadband84.1%
Libraries1

Is North Garden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Garden receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. North Garden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Garden is $129,583, which is significantly higher than the national average — 72% above $75,149. This places North Garden among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Garden is $560,500, making it a premium housing market at 99% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

North Garden 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.

North Garden has a population of 405 with a density of 143 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 7.4% Hispanic, 4.2% Black.

Population

405
Total Population
143
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

North Garden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Garden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Garden is $129,583, which is 72% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: North Garden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$129,583
72% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,416
Avg Weekly Wage$924
IRS Avg AGI$76,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below 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 Rate0.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.0%

Walkability

The median home value in North Garden is $560,500, 99% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $494,946.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$560,500
99% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$494,946

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$257
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

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-Occupied77.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,245
21% above US avg
Effective Rate0.76%
In North Garden, 28.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Garden vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.7%
11% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity16.6%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress9.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death8,481/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

North Garden 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

Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density143/sq mi
Coordinates37.9627°N, 78.6311°W
County FIPS51125
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.5-point margin. 84.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.3%
D 45.8%

Winner: Republican by 7.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below US avg
High School+83.6%
School Test Score5.58
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density143/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.1%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants25
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.0%

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