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Saumsville, VA

Virginia

Saumsville is a small town in Virginia with a population of 19.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
19 Population 66/sq mi density
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population19
Median Age53.3 yrs
Density66/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,270M
Commute32 min

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation940 ft (287 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+100.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute32 min
Broadband6.0%
Libraries6

Is Saumsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saumsville receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Saumsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Education

Saumsville is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Saumsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 21.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Saumsville has a population of 19 with a density of 66 people per square mile. The median age is 53.3 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

19
Total Population
66
People / sq mi
53.3yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.4%
Female 31.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Saumsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Saumsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saumsville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Saumsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$70,092

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,152
County GDP$2,270M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare75
Retail134
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,985
15% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone45.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home54.5%

Walkability

Saumsville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall21.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation940 ft (287 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density66/sq mi
Coordinates38.9320°N, 78.5009°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.3-point margin. 6.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 42.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density66/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access6.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants101
Retail Stores134

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone45.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home54.5%

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