Templeton, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Templeton is a small town in Virginia with a population of 85.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
85 Population 41/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $35,541 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
81.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 81.6%
142% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population85
Median Age59.7 yrs
Density41/mi²
Male / Female34% / 66%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans76.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,541
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.1%
Commute17 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation144 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+81.6%
High School+81.6%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 13% / D 86%
Commute17 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries2

Is Templeton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Templeton receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Templeton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Templeton is a highly educated community — 81.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Templeton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Templeton has a population of 85 with a density of 41 people per square mile. The median age is 59.7 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.3%), with 24.7% Black.

Population

85
Total Population
41
People / sq mi
59.7yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.1%
Female 65.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Templeton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Templeton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Templeton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Templeton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,541
Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$39,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)996

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare132
Retail137
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,306
34% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied61.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,306
34% below US avg
In Templeton, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death24,086/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access93.7%
Healthcare Facilities132

Crime Rates: Templeton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Templeton has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates37.0810°N, 77.3563°W
County FIPS51730
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 81.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (142% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 72.8-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 13%
D 85.8%

Winner: Democrat by 72.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+81.6%
142% above US avg
High School+81.6%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density41/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities132
Restaurants82
Retail Stores137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

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