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Schooner Bay, VA

Virginia

Schooner Bay is a small town in Virginia with a population of 49.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
49 Population 408/sq mi density
$386,100 Home Value
59°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $386,100
37% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.9%
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population49
Median Age67.9 yrs
Density408/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans49.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$203,531
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,039M

Housing

Home Value$386,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units26
Rent Burden28.7%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking16.4%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation6 ft (2 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+34.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
CommuteN/A
Broadband31.0%
Libraries2

Is Schooner Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Schooner Bay receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Schooner Bay 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Schooner Bay is $386,100, 37% above the national median.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Schooner Bay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Schooner Bay has a population of 49 with a density of 408 people per square mile. The median age is 67.9 years, 75% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

49
Total Population
408
People / sq mi
67.9yrs
Median Age
75% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.3%
Female 36.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Schooner Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Schooner Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schooner Bay is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Schooner Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$203,531
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$57,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,264
County GDP$2,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare56
Retail146
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.73%

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Schooner Bay is $386,100, 37% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$386,100
37% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.7%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units26

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
Effective Rate0.73%
In Schooner Bay, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Schooner Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure34.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits67.2%
Premature Death12,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access41.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Schooner Bay has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation6 ft (2 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density408/sq mi
Coordinates37.7637°N, 75.7686°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 44.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 43%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.9%
33% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+34.0%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density408/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants100
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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