Patrick Springs, VA

Virginia

Patrick Springs is a small town in Virginia with a population of 2,094. Residents earn $41,532 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,094 Population 135/sq mi density
$41,532 Median Income $38,097 per capita
$104,700 Home Value $171,286 Zillow
$744 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$41,532 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,700 home value, $744/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,532
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,700
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $744
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,094
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density135/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,532
Per Capita$38,097
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$535M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,700
Rent$744
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,286

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Elevation1,252 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute20 min
Libraries2

Is Patrick Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Patrick Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Patrick Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Patrick Springs is $41,532, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Patrick Springs is $104,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $744 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Patrick Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches, including 6.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Patrick Springs has a population of 2,094 with a density of 135 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 4.3% Black.

Population

2,094
Total Population
135
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
15.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Patrick Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Patrick Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Patrick Springs is $41,532, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Patrick Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,532
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,097
Avg Weekly Wage$769
IRS Avg AGI$56,150

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)484
County GDP$535M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare26
Retail45
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,760
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Patrick Springs is $104,700, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $744 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,286.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,700
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$171,286

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$744
36% below 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-Occupied59.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,760
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.64%
In Patrick Springs, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Patrick Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death13,655/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access32.1%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Patrick Springs has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.3 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall6.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,252 ft (382 m)
Area15.5 sq mi (40.2 km²)
Population Density135/sq mi
Coordinates36.6343°N, 80.1985°W
County FIPS51141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.9%
D 19.5%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density135/sq mi
Total Area15.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants23
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Work from Home0.9%

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