Prince George, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Prince George is a small town in Virginia with a population of 2,066. Residents earn $71,831 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,066 Population 330/sq mi density
$71,831 Median Income $30,910 per capita
$254,300 Home Value $340,981 Zillow
$1,529 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$71,831 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$254,300 home value, $1,529/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,831
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $254,300
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,529
31% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.4%
8% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,066
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density330/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 50%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,831
Per Capita$30,910
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.4%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$254,300
Rent$1,529
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$340,981

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain50.1 in/yr
Elevation138 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+89.2%
School Score5.96

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute22 min
EV Stations6
Libraries3

Is Prince George a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prince George receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Prince George offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prince George is $71,831, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prince George is $254,300, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,529 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Prince George enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Prince George has a population of 2,066 with a density of 330 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.2%), with 47.5% Black.

Population

2,066
Total Population
330
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
6.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Prince George vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Prince George vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prince George is $71,831, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Prince George vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,831
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,910
Avg Weekly Wage$1,237
IRS Avg AGI$69,526

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.4%
8% above US avg
Establishments (County)668

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare41
Retail59
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,179
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Prince George is $254,300, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,529 (31% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $340,981.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$254,300
10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$340,981

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,529
31% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,150

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,442
1 Bedroom$1,507
2 Bedrooms$1,655
3 Bedrooms$2,072
4 Bedrooms$2,553

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,179
9% below US avg
Effective Rate1.25%
In Prince George, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Prince George vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death7,210/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access46.0%
Healthcare Facilities41

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Prince George has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.1 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation138 ft (42 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.2 km²)
Population Density330/sq mi
Coordinates37.2209°N, 77.2683°W
County FIPS51149
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 38.9%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
39% below US avg
High School+89.2%
School Test Score5.96
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density330/sq mi
Total Area6.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants43
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Work from Home4.6%

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