Union Mill, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Union Mill is a small town in Virginia with a population of 4,351. Residents earn $245,265 per year, which is 226% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,351 Population 436/sq mi density
$245,265 Median Income $94,379 per capita
$942,400 Home Value
$2,581 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$245,265 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$942,400 home value, $2,581/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
73.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $245,265
226% higher than US avg
Home Value $942,400
234% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 73.7%
119% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,581
122% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.6%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,351
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density436/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 48%

Economy

A+
Median Income$245,265
Per Capita$94,379
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.1%
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$942,400
Rent$2,581
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity21.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation319 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+73.7%
High School+98.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute34 min
Libraries1

Is Union Mill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Union Mill receives an overall livability score of 4.8 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. Union Mill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Union Mill is $245,265, which is significantly higher than the national average — 226% above $75,149. This places Union Mill among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Union Mill is $942,400, making it a premium housing market at 234% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,581 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Union Mill is a highly educated community — 73.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Union Mill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Union Mill has a population of 4,351 with a density of 436 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.8%).

Population

4,351
Total Population
436
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
10.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Union Mill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only63.6%
19% below US avg
Spanish36.4%
172% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Union Mill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Union Mill is $245,265, which is 226% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Union Mill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$245,265
226% above US avg
Per Capita Income$94,379
Avg Weekly Wage$1,285
IRS Avg AGI$59,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)344

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare10
Retail22
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,880
68% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Work from Home27.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Union Mill is $942,400, 234% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,581 (122% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$942,400
234% above US avg
Median List Price$2,295,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,295,000
$/Sq Ft$301
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio101.6%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,581
122% 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-Occupied93.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,880
68% above US avg
Effective Rate0.62%
In Union Mill, 21.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 15.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Union Mill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.6%
33% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure25.0%
Asthma9.0%
COPD3.2%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity15.3%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress12.4%
Physical Distress8.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death6,335/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Union Mill has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation319 ft (97 m)
Area10.0 sq mi (25.9 km²)
Population Density436/sq mi
Coordinates38.8013°N, 77.3871°W
County FIPS51685
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 73.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (119% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.8%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 20 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+73.7%
119% above US avg
High School+98.0%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density436/sq mi
Total Area10.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants12
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Work from Home27.4%

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