Short Pump, VA

Short Pump, VA

At a Glance

How Short Pump Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows Short Pump's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is Short Pump a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Short Pump residents earn a median household income of $132,194 , which is 76% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $67,914. The unemployment rate stands at 1.2% (67% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,310 business establishments, including 237 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Short Pump is $543,000 , 93% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $505,346. Median rent is $1,804/month, with 26.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1998.

Safety & Crime

Short Pump reports 260 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 32% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,725/100K.

Education

73.9% of adults in Short Pump hold a bachelor's degree or higher (119% above the national average). 98.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.7/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Short Pump has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

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