Stanardsville, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Stanardsville is a small town in Virginia with a population of 473. Residents earn $63,594 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
473 Population 1,314/sq mi density
$63,594 Median Income $55,057 per capita
$258,900 Home Value $330,410 Zillow
$1,004 Median Rent 26.8% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$63,594 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$258,900 home value, $1,004/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,594
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $258,900
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,004
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population473
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density1,314/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans11.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,594
Per Capita$55,057
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$681M
Commute26 min

Housing

A
Home Value$258,900
Rent$1,004
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$330,410
Housing Units234
Rent Burden26.8%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking16.1%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation613 ft (187 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+82.2%
Graduate+13.6%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute26 min
Broadband75.5%
Libraries1

Is Stanardsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stanardsville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Stanardsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stanardsville is $63,594, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stanardsville is $258,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,004 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Stanardsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 15.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Stanardsville has a population of 473 with a density of 1,314 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.1%), with 4.4% Hispanic, 11.6% Black.

Population

473
Total Population
1,314
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Stanardsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.5%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.5%
7% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stanardsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stanardsville is $63,594, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Stanardsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,594
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$55,057
Avg Weekly Wage$841
IRS Avg AGI$72,175

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)547
County GDP$681M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare26
Retail56
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,138
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone68.0%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home13.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Stanardsville is $258,900, 8% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,004 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $330,410.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$258,900
8% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$330,410

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,004
14% below US avg
Rent Burden26.8%

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-Occupied46.0%
Housing Units234
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,138
10% below US avg
Effective Rate1.21%
In Stanardsville, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits63.4%
Premature Death6,743/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access61.7%
Healthcare Facilities26
Stanardsville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall15.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation613 ft (187 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,314/sq mi
Coordinates38.2991°N, 78.4368°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51079
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.7-point margin. 75.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 37%

Winner: Republican by 24.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+82.2%
Graduate Degree+13.6%
School Test Score5.58
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,314/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants30
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone68.0%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home13.4%

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