Rhoadesville, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Rhoadesville is a small town in Virginia with a population of 259. Residents earn $110,449 per year, which is 47% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
259 Population 251/sq mi density
$110,449 Median Income $53,587 per capita
$258,400 Home Value $367,050 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$110,449 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$258,400 home value
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,449
47% higher than US avg
Home Value $258,400
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.8%
95% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.3%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population259
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density251/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans22.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$110,449
Per Capita$53,587
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.3%
County GDP$2,723M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$258,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$367,050

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Elevation481 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.8%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute18 min
Broadband94.5%
Libraries1

Is Rhoadesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rhoadesville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, strong internet connectivity. Rhoadesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rhoadesville is $110,449, which is significantly higher than the national average — 47% above $75,149. This places Rhoadesville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rhoadesville is $258,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Rhoadesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches, including 16.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Rhoadesville has a population of 259 with a density of 251 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

259
Total Population
251
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.4%
Female 38.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rhoadesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rhoadesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rhoadesville is $110,449, which is 47% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Rhoadesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,449
47% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,587
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$78,656

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.3%
23% above 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 Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rhoadesville is $258,400, 8% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $367,050.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$258,400
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$367,050

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied90.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,877
18% below US avg
Effective Rate1.11%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Premature Death8,349/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Rhoadesville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall16.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation481 ft (147 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density251/sq mi
Coordinates38.2708°N, 77.9316°W
County FIPS51047
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 1.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25-point margin. 94.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.9%
D 37%

Winner: Republican by 25 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.8%
95% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.58
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density251/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants88
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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