Sedley, VA

Virginia

Sedley is a small town in Virginia with a population of 597. Residents earn $90,229 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
597 Population 177/sq mi density
$90,229 Median Income $33,578 per capita
$222,400 Home Value $279,578 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$90,229 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$222,400 home value
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
36.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,229
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $222,400
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.9%
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population597
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density177/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$90,229
Per Capita$33,578
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty0.0%
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$222,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$279,578

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation91 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.9%
High School+98.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute44 min
Libraries1

Is Sedley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sedley receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Sedley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sedley is $90,229, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sedley is $222,400, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Sedley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Sedley has a population of 597 with a density of 177 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

597
Total Population
177
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61%
Female 39%

Race & Ethnicity

Sedley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sedley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sedley is $90,229, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Sedley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,229
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,578
Avg Weekly Wage$800
IRS Avg AGI$55,112

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)320

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare52
Retail56
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,821
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.5 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Sedley is $222,400, 21% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $279,578.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,400
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$279,578

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied96.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,821
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.27%
In Sedley, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death19,349/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.6/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities52

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Sedley has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.4°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation91 ft (28 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density177/sq mi
Coordinates36.7769°N, 76.9899°W
County FIPS51620
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 36.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.9%
9% above US avg
High School+98.5%
School Test Score5.58
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density177/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants28
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.5 min
Work from Home2.6%

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