Onley, VA

Virginia

Onley is a small town in Virginia with a population of 612. Residents earn $55,139 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
612 Population 765/sq mi density
$55,139 Median Income $33,872 per capita
$320,300 Home Value $250,082 Zillow
$885 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$55,139 median income, 2.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$320,300 home value, $885/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,139
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $320,300
14% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $885
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population612
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density765/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,139
Per Capita$33,872
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$2,039M
Commute19 min

Housing

B
Home Value$320,300
Rent$885
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,082
Rent Burden19.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,128/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary193/100K

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation44 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute19 min
Broadband91.5%
Libraries2

Is Onley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Onley receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Onley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Onley is $55,139, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.3% 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 Onley is $320,300, 14% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $885 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Onley is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,128 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Onley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Onley has a population of 612 with a density of 765 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.4%), with 3.1% Black.

Population

612
Total Population
765
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Onley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Onley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Onley is $55,139, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Onley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,139
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,872
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$57,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,264
County GDP$2,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare56
Retail146
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Onley is $320,300, 14% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $885 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,082.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$320,300
14% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$250,082

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$885
24% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

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-Occupied73.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
Effective Rate0.88%
In Onley, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death12,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access41.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Onley has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,128 per 100,000 (9% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,127.7/100K
9% above US avg
Burglary193.4/100K
Theft1,934.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Onley 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 is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation44 ft (13 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density765/sq mi
Coordinates37.6913°N, 75.7171°W
County FIPS51001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin. 91.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 43%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density765/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.5%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants100
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.1%

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