Onancock, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Accomack County County
Onancock, VA
At a Glance
How Onancock Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Onancock's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Onancock a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Onancock residents earn a median household income of $53,750 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,467. The unemployment rate stands at 8.0% (122% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,264 business establishments, including 100 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Onancock is $236,900 , 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $294,316. Median rent is $775/month, with 24.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.
Safety & Crime
Onancock reports 173 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 54% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,820/100K.
Education
41.3% of adults in Onancock hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above the national average). 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Onancock has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches.