Urbanna, VA

Virginia

Urbanna is a small town in Virginia with a population of 460. Residents earn $54,167 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
460 Population 1,000/sq mi density
$54,167 Median Income $40,341 per capita
$307,700 Home Value $385,829 Zillow
$1,076 Median Rent 35.8% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$54,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$307,700 home value, $1,076/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,167
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $307,700
9% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.5%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,076
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population460
Median Age64.2 yrs
Density1,000/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans10.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,167
Per Capita$40,341
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$523M
Commute18 min

Housing

B
Home Value$307,700
Rent$1,076
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$385,829
Housing Units403
Rent Burden35.8%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking13.5%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation27 ft (8 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.5%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+17.7%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute18 min
Broadband89.1%
Libraries2

Is Urbanna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Urbanna receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Urbanna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Urbanna is $54,167, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Urbanna is $307,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,076 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Urbanna enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Urbanna has a population of 460 with a density of 1,000 people per square mile. The median age is 64.2 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 13% Black.

Population

460
Total Population
1,000
People / sq mi
64.2yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Urbanna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Urbanna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Urbanna is $54,167, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Urbanna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,167
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,341
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$80,176

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)413
County GDP$523M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare18
Retail38
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,015
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone64.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Urbanna is $307,700, 9% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,076 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $385,829.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$307,700
9% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$385,829

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,076
7% below US avg
Rent Burden35.8%

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-Occupied81.8%
Housing Units403
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,015
15% above US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
In Urbanna, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.0%
Dental Visits68.8%
Premature Death13,582/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access39.3%
Healthcare Facilities18
Urbanna has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall9.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation27 ft (8 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,000/sq mi
Coordinates37.6399°N, 76.5751°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 33.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.4-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.3%
D 35.9%

Winner: Republican by 27.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.5%
1% below US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+17.7%
School Test Score5.58
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,000/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants28
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone64.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.0%

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