Stewartsville, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Stewartsville is a small town in Virginia with a population of 434. Residents earn $91,759 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
434 Population 172/sq mi density
$91,759 Median Income $44,279 per capita
$155,400 Home Value
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$91,759 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$155,400 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,759
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $155,400
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.8%
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.3%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population434
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density172/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans14.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$91,759
Per Capita$44,279
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty15.3%
County GDP$10,061M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units319

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking14.7%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.8%
High School+98.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 61%
Commute24 min
Broadband96.7%
Libraries8

Is Stewartsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stewartsville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Stewartsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stewartsville is $91,759, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stewartsville is $155,400, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Stewartsville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches, including 14.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Stewartsville has a population of 434 with a density of 172 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

434
Total Population
172
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Stewartsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Stewartsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stewartsville is $91,759, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Stewartsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,759
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,279
Avg Weekly Wage$1,206
IRS Avg AGI$59,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.3%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,548
County GDP$10,061M

Business (County)

Restaurants302
Healthcare389
Retail536
Manufacturing87

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,940
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Stewartsville is $155,400, 45% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,400
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied78.3%
Housing Units319
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,940
41% above US avg
Effective Rate3.18%
In Stewartsville, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits68.2%
Premature Death15,725/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access97.3%
Healthcare Facilities389
Stewartsville has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall14.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density172/sq mi
Coordinates37.2601°N, 79.7917°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51770
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 36.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.6-point margin. 96.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.5%
D 61.1%

Winner: Democrat by 23.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.8%
9% above US avg
High School+98.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.58
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density172/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.7%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities389
Restaurants302
Retail Stores536

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

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