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The Plains, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Fauquier County County
The Plains, VA
At a Glance
How The Plains Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows The Plains's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is The Plains a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
The Plains residents earn a median household income of $94,375 , which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,637. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,638 business establishments, including 129 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in The Plains is $412,500 , 46% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $951,257. Median rent is $1,313/month, with 26.4% 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 1984.
Safety & Crime
The Plains reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,506/100K.
Education
52.1% of adults in The Plains hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% above the national average). 89.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
The Plains has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.