Port Royal, VA

Virginia

Port Royal is a small town in Virginia with a population of 93. Residents earn $72,813 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
93 Population 143/sq mi density
$72,813 Median Income $34,503 per capita
$170,000 Home Value $350,530 Zillow
$1,732 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$72,813 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,000 home value, $1,732/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,813
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,732
49% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population93
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density143/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans69.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$72,813
Per Capita$34,503
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,903M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,000
Rent$1,732
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$350,530
Rent Burden37.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Elevation37 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute36 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries1

Is Port Royal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Royal receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Port Royal stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Royal is $72,813, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Royal is $170,000, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,732 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Port Royal enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches, including 11.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Port Royal has a population of 93 with a density of 143 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 9.7% Black.

Population

93
Total Population
143
People / sq mi
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Royal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Royal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Royal is $72,813, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Port Royal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,813
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,503
Avg Weekly Wage$1,821
IRS Avg AGI$91,581

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)693
County GDP$2,903M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare30
Retail66
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,266
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.2 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Royal is $170,000, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,732 (49% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $350,530.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,000
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$350,530

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,732
49% above US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

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-Occupied39.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,266
7% below US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Port Royal, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Port Royal vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death7,991/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access69.3%
Healthcare Facilities30

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Port Royal has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall11.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation37 ft (11 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density143/sq mi
Coordinates38.1649°N, 77.1993°W
County FIPS51099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.8%
D 36.8%

Winner: Republican by 25 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.58
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density143/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants40
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.2 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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