Sherando, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Sherando is a small town in Virginia with a population of 246. Residents earn $69,250 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
246 Population 35/sq mi density
$69,250 Median Income $39,004 per capita
$210,700 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$69,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$210,700 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,250
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,700
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population246
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density35/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,250
Per Capita$39,004
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$700M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation1,706 ft (520 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute23 min
Broadband60.9%
Libraries1

Is Sherando a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sherando receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sherando offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sherando is $69,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sherando is $210,700, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Sherando enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Sherando has a population of 246 with a density of 35 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

246
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Sherando vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sherando vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sherando is $69,250, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Sherando vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,250
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,004
Avg Weekly Wage$924
IRS Avg AGI$76,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)560
County GDP$700M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare23
Retail44
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,245
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone67.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Sherando is $210,700, 25% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,700
25% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$197
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio83.2%
Price Drops0.0%

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-Occupied88.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,245
21% above US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
In Sherando, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death8,481/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access51.5%
Healthcare Facilities23
Sherando has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,706 ft (520 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.3 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates37.9901°N, 78.9425°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51125
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.5-point margin. 60.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.3%
D 45.8%

Winner: Republican by 7.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density35/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants25
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone67.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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