Quantico, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Quantico is a small town in Virginia with a population of 587. Residents earn $57,500 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
587 Population 8,386/sq mi density
$57,500 Median Income $49,227 per capita
$263,900 Home Value $313,263 Zillow
$1,058 Median Rent 24.5% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$57,500 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$263,900 home value, $1,058/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $263,900
6% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.7%
30% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,058
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population587
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density8,386/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 47%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$49,227
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$8,345M
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$263,900
Rent$1,058
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$313,263
Rent Burden24.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,323/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary189/100K

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation28 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.7%
High School+92.1%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute28 min
EV Stations4
Libraries3

Is Quantico a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quantico receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Quantico offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Quantico is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Quantico is $263,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,058 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Quantico 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 1,323 per 100,000, 32% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Quantico enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Quantico has a population of 587 with a density of 8,386 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.8%), with 5.6% Hispanic, 25.7% Black.

Population

587
Total Population
8,386
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Quantico vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.5%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Quantico vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quantico is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Quantico vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,500
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,227
Avg Weekly Wage$1,322
IRS Avg AGI$94,960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,280
County GDP$8,345M

Business (County)

Restaurants217
Healthcare247
Retail277
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,243
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Work from Home16.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Quantico is $263,900, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,058 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,263.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$263,900
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$313,263

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,058
9% below US avg
Rent Burden24.5%

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-Occupied16.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,243
21% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Quantico, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Checkup Rate79.1%
Premature Death5,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access84.1%
Healthcare Facilities247
Quantico has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,323 per 100,000 (32% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Quantico 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 Property1,323.3/100K
32% below US avg
Burglary189.0/100K
Theft1,134.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Quantico has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall12.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation28 ft (9 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density8,386/sq mi
Coordinates38.5224°N, 77.2901°W
County FIPS51179
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.8%
D 49.6%

Winner: Democrat by 0.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.7%
30% above US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score5.58
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density8,386/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities247
Restaurants217
Retail Stores277

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Work from Home16.6%

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