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Wachapreague, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Accomack County County
Wachapreague, VA
At a Glance
How Wachapreague Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wachapreague's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wachapreague a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wachapreague residents earn a median household income of $56,917 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,479. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,264 business establishments, including 100 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wachapreague is $206,300 , 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $254,015. Median rent is $2,045/month, with 27.5% 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 1943.
Safety & Crime
Wachapreague reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,128/100K.
Education
28.6% of adults in Wachapreague hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below the national average). 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wachapreague has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.