Poquoson, VA
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Poquoson, VA
At a Glance
How Poquoson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Poquoson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Poquoson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Poquoson residents earn a median household income of $120,919 , which is 61% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,935. The unemployment rate stands at 1.8% (50% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 256 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Poquoson is $403,000 , 43% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $463,662. Median rent is $1,634/month, with 33.4% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Poquoson reports 321 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 16% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 696/100K.
Education
40.1% of adults in Poquoson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above the national average). 97.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Poquoson has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches.