Riverview, VA

Virginia

Riverview is a small town in Virginia with a population of 652. Residents earn $50,870 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
652 Population 1,144/sq mi density
$50,870 Median Income $20,108 per capita
$43,600 Home Value
$719 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$50,870 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$43,600 home value, $719/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,870
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $43,600
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.6%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $719
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.7%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population652
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density1,144/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,870
Per Capita$20,108
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty4.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$43,600
Rent$719
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation2,148 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.6%
High School+66.7%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
CommuteN/A

Is Riverview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riverview receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Riverview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Riverview is $50,870, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Riverview is $43,600, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $719 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Riverview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Riverview has a population of 652 with a density of 1,144 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.3%), with 17.5% Black.

Population

652
Total Population
1,144
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Riverview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Riverview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riverview is $50,870, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Riverview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,870
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,108
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$50,964

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)231

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare49
Retail37
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home31.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Riverview is $43,600, 85% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $719 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$43,600
85% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$719
38% below US avg

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-Occupied77.2%

Property Tax

In Riverview, 44.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 34.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.7%
39% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma11.9%
COPD11.4%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity34.1%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress18.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death21,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities49

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Riverview has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall12.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,148 ft (655 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,144/sq mi
Coordinates36.9312°N, 82.4842°W
County FIPS51720
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.6%
74% below US avg
High School+66.7%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,144/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants30
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home31.2%

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