Timberville, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Timberville is a small town in Virginia with a population of 2,998. Residents earn $56,837 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,998 Population 2,237/sq mi density
$56,837 Median Income $26,973 per capita
$211,500 Home Value $283,157 Zillow
$943 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,837 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$211,500 home value, $943/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,837
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $211,500
25% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $943
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,998
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density2,237/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,837
Per Capita$26,973
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty6.7%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$211,500
Rent$943
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$283,157

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property657/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary155/100K

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Elevation1,047 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+78.9%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute28 min
Libraries4

Is Timberville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Timberville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Timberville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Timberville is $56,837, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Timberville is $211,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $943 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Timberville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 657 per 100,000, 66% below the national average.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Timberville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 21.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Timberville has a population of 2,998 with a density of 2,237 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.9%).

Population

2,998
Total Population
2,237
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Timberville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.8%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.2%
13% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Timberville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Timberville is $56,837, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Timberville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,837
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,973
Avg Weekly Wage$1,101
IRS Avg AGI$74,871

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,058

Business (County)

Restaurants106
Healthcare144
Retail205
Manufacturing81

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,305
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Timberville is $211,500, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $943 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $283,157.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,500
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$283,157
Median List Price$410,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$410,000
$/Sq Ft$265
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$943
19% below US avg

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-Occupied59.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,305
6% below US avg
Effective Rate1.56%
In Timberville, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death7,167/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities144
Timberville has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 657 per 100,000 (66% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property657.4/100K
66% below US avg
Burglary154.7/100K
Theft464.0/100K
Vehicle Theft38.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Timberville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall21.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density2,237/sq mi
Coordinates38.6327°N, 78.7737°W
County FIPS51165
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+78.9%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,237/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities144
Restaurants106
Retail Stores205

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Work from Home2.4%

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