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Staunton, VA
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Staunton, VA
At a Glance
How Staunton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Staunton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Staunton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Staunton residents earn a median household income of $62,586 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,941. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 928 business establishments, including 86 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Staunton is $239,300 , 15% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $302,592. Median rent is $993/month, with 26.5% 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 1964.
Safety & Crime
Staunton reports 205 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,897/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
35.1% of adults in Staunton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above the national average). 93.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Staunton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.