Remington, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Remington is a small town in Virginia with a population of 811. Residents earn $63,636 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
811 Population 3,686/sq mi density
$63,636 Median Income $32,543 per capita
$323,700 Home Value $431,242 Zillow
$1,362 Median Rent 30.6% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$63,636 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$323,700 home value, $1,362/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,636
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $323,700
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.5%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,362
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population811
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density3,686/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,636
Per Capita$32,543
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$2,723M
Commute37 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$323,700
Rent$1,362
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$431,242
Rent Burden30.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation281 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.5%
High School+83.9%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute37 min
Broadband92.1%
Libraries1

Is Remington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Remington receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Remington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Remington is $63,636, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Remington is $323,700, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,362 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Remington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Remington has a population of 811 with a density of 3,686 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.4%), with 23.4% Black.

Population

811
Total Population
3,686
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Remington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Remington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Remington is $63,636, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Remington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,636
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,543
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$78,656

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,591
County GDP$2,723M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare96
Retail163
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,877
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.8 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Remington is $323,700, 15% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,362 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $431,242.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$323,700
15% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$431,242

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,362
17% above US avg
Rent Burden30.6%

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)$2,877
18% below US avg
Effective Rate0.89%
In Remington, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death8,349/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access59.9%
Healthcare Facilities96

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Remington has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation281 ft (86 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density3,686/sq mi
Coordinates38.5346°N, 77.8082°W
County FIPS51047
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25-point margin. 92.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.9%
D 37%

Winner: Republican by 25 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.5%
18% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score5.58
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,686/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.1%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants88
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.8 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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