Warrenton, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Warrenton is a small city in Virginia with a population of 10,151. Residents earn $80,441 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
10,151 Population 2,318/sq mi density
$80,441 Median Income $41,407 per capita
$423,500 Home Value $671,269 Zillow
$1,512 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
91 Violent Crime/100K 1,583 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,441 median income, 1.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$423,500 home value, $1,512/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
91 violent crimes/100K (76% below avg)
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,441
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $423,500
50% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 91/100K
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.9%
30% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,512
30% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,151
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density2,318/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,441
Per Capita$41,407
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$4,154M
Commute32 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$423,500
Rent$1,512
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$671,269

Crime

F
Violent91/100K
Property1,583/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault30/100K
Burglary151/100K

Health

Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation610 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+43.9%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute32 min
EV Stations7
Libraries3

Is Warrenton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Warrenton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Warrenton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Warrenton is $80,441, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Warrenton is $423,500, 50% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,512 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Warrenton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 91 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,583 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Warrenton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Warrenton has a population of 10,151 with a density of 2,318 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.5%), with 4.1% Hispanic, 9% Black.

Population

10,151
Total Population
2,318
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Warrenton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.9%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.1%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Warrenton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Warrenton is $80,441, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Warrenton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,441
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,407
Avg Weekly Wage$1,257
IRS Avg AGI$122,624

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,638
County GDP$4,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare140
Retail207
Manufacturing64

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,173
76% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Warrenton is $423,500, 50% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,512 (30% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $671,269.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$423,500
50% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$671,269
Median List Price$504,095

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$504,095
$/Sq Ft$244
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops8.8%
Inventory34

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,512
30% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,899

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-Occupied61.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,173
76% above US avg
Effective Rate1.46%
In Warrenton, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death6,683/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access56.2%
Healthcare Facilities140
Warrenton has a violent crime rate of 91 per 100,000 residents, 76% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,583 per 100,000 (19% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent90.7/100K
76% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape10.1/100K
Robbery50.4/100K
Assault30.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,582.7/100K
19% below US avg
Burglary151.2/100K
Theft1,411.3/100K
Vehicle Theft20.2/100K
Arson20.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Warrenton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation610 ft (186 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density2,318/sq mi
Coordinates38.7178°N, 77.7973°W
County FIPS51061
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 21.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.9%
30% above US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,318/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities140
Restaurants129
Retail Stores207

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Work from Home9.6%

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