Shawneeland, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Shawneeland is a small town in Virginia with a population of 2,653. Residents earn $98,167 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
2,653 Population 350/sq mi density
$98,167 Median Income $44,343 per capita
$238,500 Home Value
$1,463 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$98,167 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$238,500 home value, $1,463/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,167
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $238,500
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,463
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,653
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density350/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,167
Per Capita$44,343
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty4.8%
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$238,500
Rent$1,463
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Elevation1,183 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute42 min
Libraries1

Is Shawneeland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shawneeland receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Shawneeland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shawneeland is $98,167, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Shawneeland among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shawneeland is $238,500, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,463 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Shawneeland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches, including 25.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Shawneeland has a population of 2,653 with a density of 350 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

2,653
Total Population
350
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
7.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Shawneeland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shawneeland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shawneeland is $98,167, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Shawneeland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,167
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,343
Avg Weekly Wage$1,194
IRS Avg AGI$83,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,131

Business (County)

Restaurants139
Healthcare129
Retail217
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,927
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.4 min
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Shawneeland is $238,500, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,463 (26% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$238,500
15% below US avg
Median List Price$379,458

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$379,458
$/Sq Ft$223
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio99.0%
Price Drops10.5%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,463
26% above US avg

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-Occupied90.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,927
16% below US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In Shawneeland, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death6,972/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access76.8%
Healthcare Facilities129

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Shawneeland has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.1 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall25.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,183 ft (361 m)
Area7.6 sq mi (19.7 km²)
Population Density350/sq mi
Coordinates39.1959°N, 78.3458°W
County FIPS51069
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.6%
D 35.2%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score5.58
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density350/sq mi
Total Area7.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities129
Restaurants139
Retail Stores217

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.4 min
Work from Home8.3%

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