Median Income
$79,000
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment
10.8%
200% higher than US avg
How Richmond Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population209,937
Median AgeN/A
Density4,219/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Economy
B
Median Income$79,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment10.8%
PovertyN/A
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units81,080
Rent Burden34.9%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQIN/A
Rain55.2 in/yr
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+28.7%
Graduate+8.7%
Is Richmond a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Richmond receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Richmond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Richmond is $79,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.8%, unemployment is notably high.
Education
25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 28.7% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Richmond experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches, including 31.3 inches of snow.
Richmond has a population of 209,937 with a density of 4,219 people per square mile.
Population
209,937
Total Population
2021 Census
The median household income in Richmond is $79,000, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.8% (above the 3.6% US average).
Income
| Median HH Income | $79,000 |
| 5% above US avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.8% |
| 200% above US avg |
| |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 71.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.7% |
| Housing Units | 81,080 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Richmond vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Richmond vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Richmond has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.2 inches.
Temperature
39°F Jan (4°C)
65°F Jul (18°C)
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 55.2 inches |
| 45% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 31.3 inches/yr |
Geography
| Area | 49.8 sq mi (128.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,219/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 49.1700°N, 123.1368°W |
| Timezone | America/Vancouver |