Tuckahoe, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Tuckahoe is a mid-size city in Virginia with a population of 48,610. Residents earn $96,188 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
48,610 Population 2,378/sq mi density
$96,188 Median Income $62,393 per capita
$442,200 Home Value
$1,479 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$96,188 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$442,200 home value, $1,479/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,188
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $442,200
57% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.3%
70% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,479
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population48,610
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density2,378/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,188
Per Capita$62,393
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$35,106M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$442,200
Rent$1,479
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain44.9 in/yr
Elevation272 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.3%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 16% / D 82%
Commute21 min
Libraries9

Is Tuckahoe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tuckahoe receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Tuckahoe stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tuckahoe is $96,188, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tuckahoe is $442,200, making it a premium housing market at 57% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,479 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Tuckahoe is a highly educated community — 57.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Tuckahoe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Tuckahoe has a population of 48,610 with a density of 2,378 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.8%), with 9.5% Black.

Population

48,610
Total Population
2,378
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
20.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Tuckahoe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.7%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.3%
14% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tuckahoe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tuckahoe is $96,188, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Tuckahoe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,188
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,393
Avg Weekly Wage$1,604
IRS Avg AGI$94,112

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,205
County GDP$35,106M

Business (County)

Restaurants728
Healthcare606
Retail780
Manufacturing201

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,923
98% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home22.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tuckahoe is $442,200, 57% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,479 (27% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$442,200
57% above US avg
Median List Price$539,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$539,950
$/Sq Ft$225
Homes Sold23
Sale-to-List Ratio101.5%
Price Drops23.8%
Inventory21

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,479
27% above 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-Occupied64.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,923
98% above US avg
Effective Rate1.57%
In Tuckahoe, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 18.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity18.3%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death12,130/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access91.2%
Healthcare Facilities606

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

Tuckahoe has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.9 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Area20.4 sq mi (52.9 km²)
Population Density2,378/sq mi
Coordinates37.5873°N, 77.5882°W
County FIPS51760
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 57.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 66.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 15.8%
D 82%

Winner: Democrat by 66.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.3%
70% above US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,378/sq mi
Total Area20.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities606
Restaurants728
Retail Stores780

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home22.0%

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