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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 96.0% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.0% |
| 70% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $90,229 |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,578 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $800 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,112 |
| Unemployment | 6.2% |
| 72% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 320 |
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Healthcare | 52 |
| Retail | 56 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,821 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.27% |
| Commute Time | 43.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
| Census Median | $222,400 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $279,578 |
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
| Owner-Occupied | 96.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,821 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.27% |
| Obesity | 35.1% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.9% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 19,349/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 52 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Annual Average | 59.4°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.9 inches |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 91 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 177/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7769°N, 76.9899°W |
| County FIPS | 51620 |
Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 36.9% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 98.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.58 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 177/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 52 |
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Retail Stores | 56 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 43.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |