Road Town, British Virgin Islands

British Virgin Islands

Road Town is a small city in British Virgin Islands with a population of 8,449. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

3.9 /5.0

B+ Good

8,449 Population 28/sq mi density

30 ft Elevation 9 meters

79°F Avg Temperature 26°C

46.9 in Annual Rain

America / Tortola Timezone

$49,944 Median Income

B+

Overall

3.9 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.6 / 5.0

$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$800/mo rent

Education

3.2 / 5.0

28.0% bachelor's degree or higher

Median Income $49,944

34% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 28.0%

17% lower than US avg

Median Rent $800

31% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.8%

16% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.8%

32% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population8,449

Median Age38.5 yrs

Density28/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Economy

B+

Median Income$49,944

Per Capita$49,944

Unemployment4.8%

Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+

Home ValueN/A

Rent$800

Ownership50.0%

Health

Obesity26.8%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking9.8%

Depression13.5%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)

AQI9 (Good)

Rain46.9 in/yr

Sunny Days251/yr

Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.0%

High School+97.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.3%

Population	8,449
Population Density	28 / sq mi
Elevation	30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates	18.4269°, -64.6208°
Timezone	America/Tortola
Country	🇻🇬 British Virgin Islands
Average Temperature	79°F (26°C)
January Average	76°F (24°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation	46.9 inches (1,190 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$49,944
Median Age	38.5 years

Is Road Town a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Road Town receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Road Town offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Road Town is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Road Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Road Town has a population of 8,449 with a density of 28 people per square mile, spread across 302.2 square miles. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.6% female and 47.4% male. 20.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,449

Total Population

People / sq mi

38.5yrs

Median Age

1% below US avg

302.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%

Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Road Town vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Road Town vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Road Town is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 70, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Road Town vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$49,944
	34% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.8%
	32% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.5%
	96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	70.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 50.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$800
	31% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	50.0%
Owner-Occupied	50.0%
Renter-Occupied	50.0%

Property Tax

In Road Town, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.4% have high blood pressure. 9.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 79.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Road Town vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.8%
	16% below US avg
Diabetes	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	26.4%
COPD	0.0%
Kidney Disease	0.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.8%
	30% below US avg
Binge Drinking	10.9%
Physical Inactivity	79.9%
Depression	13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.0%

Food & Exercise

Road Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 76°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 / among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

76°F Jan (24°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	78.6°F
	46% above US avg
January Average	76°F (24°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	30 ft (9 m)
Area	302.2 sq mi (782.6 km²)
Population Density	28/sq mi
Coordinates	18.4269°N, 64.6208°W
Timezone	America/Tortola

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.9"

23% above US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Nov) 5.75"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.97"

Air Quality

AQI Median	9.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.2%

Earthquake History

11,363 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.0.

Oct 17, 2001	112 km N of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands	M6.0	108 km	33 km
May 4, 2025	88 km NE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands	M5.6	70 km	20 km
Oct 16, 2001	112 km N of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands	M5.6	107 km	33 km
Mar 2, 2006	147 km NNW of Sandy Ground Village, Anguilla	M5.6	136 km	25 km
May 8, 2022	84 km NNE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands	M5.5	67 km	25 km
Dec 28, 1992	131 km N of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands	M5.4	120 km	24 km
Dec 8, 1998	95 km NE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands	M5.4	75 km	30 km
Jan 24, 2021	76 km E of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands	M5.4	61 km	94 km
Oct 27, 1990	26 km WNW of Sandy Ground Village, Anguilla	M5.2	140 km	63 km
May 11, 1996	107 km N of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands	M5.1	105 km	36 km
Sep 6, 2004	122 km NNE of Vieques, Puerto Rico	M5.1	131 km	14 km
Mar 3, 2006	113 km NNW of Sandy Ground Village, Anguilla	M5.1	122 km	39 km
Aug 14, 2009	92 km N of Suárez, Puerto Rico	M5.1	148 km	47 km
Nov 6, 1996	75 km NE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands	M5.1	56 km	22 km
Mar 11, 2002	134 km NNE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands	M5.1	120 km	33 km
Feb 3, 1990	40 km NNE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands	M5.0	27 km	62 km
Jan 13, 1993	127 km NNE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands	M5.0	115 km	33 km
Apr 13, 2011	89 km NE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands	M5.0	70 km	31 km
Oct 24, 2001	109 km N of Charlotte Amalie, U.S. Virgin Islands	M5.0	108 km	49 km
Aug 29, 2012	154 km NNE of Cruz Bay, U.S. Virgin Islands	M5.0	140 km	31 km

Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Hurricane History

26 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 5.

Year	Name	Category	Max Wind	Closest
2025	Erin	Category 5	161 mph	175 km
2023	Tammy	Category 1	92 mph	168 km
2022	Fiona	Category 1	86 mph	216 km
2019	Dorian	Category 1	86 mph	51 km
2017	Maria	Category 5	173 mph	105 km
2017	Irma	Category 5	178 mph	21 km
2017	Jose	Category 4	138 mph	199 km
2014	Gonzalo	Category 3	115 mph	99 km
2011	Irene	Category 1	81 mph	137 km
2010	Earl	Category 4	132 mph	78 km
2008	Omar	Category 4	132 mph	80 km
2004	Frances	Category 4	144 mph	189 km
2000	Debby	Category 1	75 mph	25 km
1999	Lenny	Category 4	155 mph	102 km
1999	Jose	Category 1	92 mph	94 km
1998	Georges	Category 3	115 mph	80 km
1997	Erika	Category 2	104 mph	236 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	92 mph	35 km
1996	Hortense	Category 1	81 mph	215 km
1995	Luis	Category 4	144 mph	107 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026). Sorted by year, then category.

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.2 m (50 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1867	VIRGIN ISLANDS	Earthquake	15.2 m	24	47 km
1868	VIRGIN ISLANDS	Earthquake	1.5 m	—	62 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Saba (172 km).

Name	Type	Elevation	Last Eruption	Distance
Saba	Stratovolcano	887 m (2,910 ft)	1640	172 km

Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: PUERTO NEGRO (631 acres, 2013).

Year	Name	Acres Burned	Distance
2013	PUERTO NEGRO	631	83 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres). Sorted by size.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	76°F (24°C)	2.8 in	Coldest
February	76°F (24°C)	2.0 in	Driest
March	76°F (25°C)	2.4 in
April	78°F (25°C)	3.2 in
May	79°F (26°C)	4.9 in
June	80°F (27°C)	2.7 in
July	81°F (27°C)	3.1 in
August	81°F (27°C)	4.6 in	Warmest
September	81°F (27°C)	5.5 in
October	80°F (27°C)	5.5 in
November	79°F (26°C)	5.8 in	Wettest
December	77°F (25°C)	4.5 in

Road Town has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 76°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.8") and February the driest (2.0").

28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. 96.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.0%
	17% below US avg
High School+	97.0%

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density	28/sq mi
Total Area	302.2 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access	96.3%

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Road Town

What is the population of Road Town?

Road Town has a population of 8,449 residents and is located in British Virgin Islands. The population density is 28 people per square mile, spread across 302.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.5 years. The population is 52.6% female and 47.4% male.

Is Road Town expensive to live in?

Road Town is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 70 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Road Town?

Road Town has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Road Town?

Road Town has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Road Town?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $800. The homeownership rate is 50.0%.

How are the schools in Road Town?

28.0% of adults in Road Town hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Road Town?

The obesity rate in Road Town is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.8% of adults are smokers. 79.9% are physically inactive. 13.5% of residents report depression.

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