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West Point, VA

Virginia · New Kent County · Richmond Metro

West Point is a small town in Virginia with a population of 3,439. Residents earn $83,475 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
3,439 Population 681/sq mi density
$83,475 Median Income $38,203 per capita
$256,600 Home Value $328,264 Zillow
$1,297 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
92 Violent Crime/100K 830 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,475 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$256,600 home value, $1,297/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
92 violent crimes/100K (76% below avg)
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $83,475
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $256,600
9% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 92/100K
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.0%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,297
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,439
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density681/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,475
Per Capita$38,203
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$1,081M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$256,600
Rent$1,297
Ownership81.8%
Zillow$328,264
Housing Units1,585
Rent Burden28.8%

Crime

F
Violent92/100K
Property830/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault61/100K
Burglary277/100K

Health

Obesity32.8%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking12.6%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.0%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+8.5%
School Score5.93

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute30 min
Broadband78.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is West Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Point receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. West Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Point is $83,475, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Point is $256,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,297 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

West Point is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 92 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 830 per 100,000, 58% below the national average.

Education

31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

West Point 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.

West Point has a population of 3,439 with a density of 681 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (76.3%), with 4.5% Hispanic, 10.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.8% of residents. 9.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,439
Total Population
681
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

West Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Point is $83,475, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,203. The average weekly wage is $974, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 585 business establishments, including 39 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 15.2% of workers work from home.

Income: West Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,475
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,203
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$159,600
Gini Index0.382 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)585
County GDP$1,081M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare28
Retail47
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,793
37% above US avg
Cost of Living101.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%

Walkability

The median home value in West Point is $256,600, 9% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,264, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,297 (12% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,181 for a one-bedroom to $1,369 for a two-bedroom apartment. 81.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,585 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $4,793 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,600
9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$328,264

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,297
12% above US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

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

Homeownership81.8%
Owner-Occupied81.8%
Renter-Occupied18.2%
Housing Units1,585
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,793
37% above US avg
Effective Rate1.87%
In West Point, 32.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 30.9% have high blood pressure. 12.6% are current smokers. 17.3% report binge drinking. 21.4% are physically inactive. 24.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.7% experience frequent mental distress. 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,414. The dentist ratio is 1:4,164. 85.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 10.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: West Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.6%
10% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,414
Dentists1:4,164
Mental Health1:688
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits69.0%
Premature Death7,505/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment10.0/10
Exercise Access85.9%
Healthcare Facilities28
West Point has a violent crime rate of 92 per 100,000 residents, 76% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 61.5 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 30.7. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 830 per 100,000, 58% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 553, burglary at 277, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, West Point receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent92.2/100K
76% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape30.7/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault61.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property829.8/100K
58% below US avg
Burglary276.6/100K
Theft553.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Traffic Accidents150
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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West Point enjoys a temperate climate with 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, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. The city sits at an elevation of 7 feet, near sea level.

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

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.2 km²)
Population Density681/sq mi
Coordinates37.5523°N, 76.8018°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyNew Kent County County
Nearest AirportRichmond International (RIC)
29 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.9"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 9.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.65"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.95"

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score14.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability14.8 / 100
Community Resilience80.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M3.0 on May 6, 2025.

Aug 23, 2011 11 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M5.8 107 km
Aug 25, 2011 8 km SW of Mineral, Virginia M4.5 112 km
Aug 24, 2011 11 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M4.2 109 km
Oct 21, 1998 13 km S of Dillwyn, Virginia M3.8 145 km
Mar 15, 1991 7 km NNW of Goochland, Virginia M3.8 100 km
May 5, 2003 Virginia M3.6 102 km
Sep 1, 2011 7 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M3.4 109 km
Aug 24, 2011 16 km NNW of Goochland, Virginia M3.4 105 km
Sep 22, 2001 5 km E of Pantops, Virginia M3.2 150 km
Jan 30, 2012 9 km SSE of Louisa, Virginia M3.1 113 km
May 22, 2014 15 km ENE of Cumberland, Virginia M3.1 112 km
Mar 26, 2012 13 km S of Louisa, Virginia M3.0 112 km
Oct 12, 2011 9 km S of Louisa, Virginia M3.0 113 km
Oct 2, 2010 10 km NNW of Ashland, Virginia M3.0 71 km
May 6, 2025 8 km S of Dillwyn, Virginia M3.0 147 km
Aug 3, 1995 13 km N of Williamsburg, Virginia M2.9 20 km
Aug 23, 2011 9 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M2.8 108 km
Mar 15, 2015 6 km SW of Mineral, Virginia M2.8 111 km
Jan 14, 2025 1 km NNE of Wyndham, Virginia M2.8 73 km
Aug 29, 2011 10 km S of Louisa, Virginia M2.7 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

12 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Dorian (2019, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Dorian Category 2 267 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 224 km
2011 Irene Category 1 127 km
2004 Alex Category 2 289 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 124 km
1999 Floyd Category 1 104 km
1998 Bonnie Category 1 208 km
1996 Bertha Category 1 293 km
1993 Emily Category 3 238 km
1991 Bob Category 3 236 km
1986 Charley Category 1 123 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 171 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

372 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 665 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 6, 1993 EF4 68 km 4
Apr 30, 2023 EF3 98 km 0
Feb 24, 2016 EF3 33 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 45 km 2
Apr 28, 2008 EF3 94 km 0
Apr 1, 1998 EF3 81 km 2
Aug 6, 1993 EF3 20 km 0
Oct 18, 1990 EF3 27 km 1
May 4, 1990 EF3 94 km 0
Oct 14, 1986 EF3 31 km 0
May 8, 1984 EF3 66 km 0
May 8, 1984 EF3 52 km 0
Sep 5, 1979 EF3 72 km 0
Nov 2, 1966 EF3 47 km 0
May 3, 2021 EF2 49 km 0
Aug 4, 2020 EF2 42 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 31 km 0
Oct 11, 2018 EF2 100 km 0
Sep 17, 2018 EF2 73 km 1
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 40 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

3 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: OLD STAGE ROAD (2,238 ac, 2008).

Year Name Acres Distance
2008 OLD STAGE ROAD 2,238 90 km
2017 VAGDR FY17 RX DGIF SUPPORT 674 74 km
2019 VAJRR-FY19-RX-FUEL REDUCTION 514 42 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 3.2 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.0 in
April 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in Driest
May 65°F (19°C) 4.1 in
June 73°F (23°C) 3.6 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 76°F (25°C) 4.3 in
September 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in

West Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 39°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and April the driest (3.0").

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West Point is located in New Kent County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 31.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 8% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 65.5% of the vote, a 31.9-point margin. 78.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 28 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 31.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Traffic Accidents150
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.0%
8% below US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+8.5%
School Test Score5.93
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density681/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi
CountyNew Kent County County

Services

Broadband Access78.1%
Avg Download Speed96.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants39
Retail Stores47

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.2%
Average costs for common services in West Point. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $253 ($152–$404)
Specialist Visit $354 ($202–$556)
Urgent Care Visit $202 ($101–$354)
Emergency Room Visit $2,224 ($809–$5,055)
Dental Cleaning $131 ($76–$202)
Dental Filling $253 ($152–$404)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $46 ($25–$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $76 ($51–$121)
Brake Pad Replacement $303 ($152–$506)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$76)
New Tires (Set of 4) $607 ($404–$1,011)
Battery Replacement $202 ($101–$354)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $101 ($61–$152)
Electrician (Per Hour) $91 ($51–$142)
HVAC Repair $404 ($152–$809)
HVAC System Install $7,077 ($4,044–$12,132)
Roof Repair $1,011 ($404–$2,022)
Roof Replacement $9,099 ($5,561–$15,165)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,517 ($506–$3,539)
Divorce (Contested) $15,165 ($5,055–$30,330)
DUI Defense $5,055 ($2,022–$10,110)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,517 ($809–$3,033)
Will Preparation $506 ($202–$1,011)
Trust Preparation $2,528 ($1,011–$5,055)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut $56 ($30–$101)
Hair Coloring (Full) $152 ($76–$253)
Manicure $25 ($15–$46)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$66)
Massage (1 Hour) $81 ($51–$131)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.15 ($3.03–$5.56)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.54 ($2.53–$5.06)
Loaf of Bread $3.84 ($2.53–$5.56)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.55 ($3.03–$6.57)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.56 ($4.04–$7.58)
Rice (per lb) $1.01 ($0.61–$1.82)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $142 ($81–$253)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $71 ($30–$152)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $71 ($40–$121)
Internet (Monthly) $71 ($40–$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $66 ($30–$101)
Cable TV (Monthly) $86 ($51–$152)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $202 ($76–$506)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,022 ($1,213–$3,539)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $71 ($30–$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.09–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $101 ($30–$253)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$76)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,213 ($607–$2,528)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,011 ($506–$2,022)
After-School Care (Monthly) $404 ($202–$708)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $51 ($25–$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,011 ($404–$2,528)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,638 ($5,055–$30,330)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $61 ($30–$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $101 ($51–$202)
Dog Grooming $61 ($30–$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter $303 ($152–$506)
Cat Spay/Neuter $202 ($101–$404)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$792
Toddler$639
Preschool$680
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$656
Toddler$549
Preschool$539
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in New Kent County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Arts & Entertainment 1,283 10 $36,206 12.61
Construction 764 87 $79,821 2.40
Retail Trade 579 50 $34,441 0.96
Accommodation & Food Services 461 36 $22,782 0.84
Administrative & Waste Services 323 47 $51,996 0.91
Manufacturing 218 23 $46,123 0.44
Other Services 165 49 $49,927 0.91
Wholesale Trade 78 17 $82,166 0.33
Finance & Insurance 56 13 $79,458 0.23
Real Estate 49 26 $50,747 0.52
Information & Technology 23 7 $90,056 0.20
Unclassified 22 11 $47,767 2.61

Schools in West Point

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
WEST POINT MIDDLE/HIGH High 440 34 12.9:1
West Point Elementary Elementary 370 31 11.9:1
King & Queen Elementary Elementary 274 18 15.2:1
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Radio Stations near West Point

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
96X - Memphis alternative, alternative / indie AAC+ 128 kbps
WCWM college radio, freeform MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near West Point

41 national parks and monuments found near West Point.

ParkTypeFee
Belle Isle State Park State Park Free
Caledon State Park State Park Free
Calvert Cliffs Sp State Park Free
Cape Henry Memorial Part of Colonial National Historical Park Part of Colonial National Historical Park Free
Chapel Point Sp State Park Free
Chippokes Plantation State Park State Park Free
Colonial National Historical Park National Historical Park $15
False Cape State Park State Park Free
First Landing State Park State Park Free
Fort Monroe National Monument National Monument Free
Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park National Military Park Free
George Washington Birthplace National Monument National Monument Free
Greenwell Sp State Park Free
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park State Park Free
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park State Park Free
Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park Part of Colonial National Historical Park $15
Janes Island Sp State Park Free
Janes Island State Park State Park Free
Kiptopeke State Park State Park Free
Machicomoco State Park State Park Free
Maggie L Walker National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Maxwell Hall Nrma State Park Free
Middle Peninsula State Park State Park Free
Nanjemoy Natural Resource Management Area State Park Free
Newtowne Neck Sp State Park Free
Petersburg National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Pocahontas State Park State Park Free
Pocahontas Waterfowl State Park Free
Pocahontas Waterfowl Area State Park State Park Free
Point Lookout Sp State Park Free
Richmond National Battlefield Park National Battlefield Park Free
Smallwood Sp State Park Free
St Marys River Sp State Park Free
St. Clements Island Sp State Park Free
Thomas Stone National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Westmoreland State Park State Park Free
Widewater State Park State Park Free
York River State Park State Park Free
Yorktown Battlefield Part of Colonial National Historical Park Part of Colonial National Historical Park $15
ZEKIAH SWAMP NEA - Zekiah Swamp Wildland State Park Free

Museums in West Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
WILLIAMSBURG AREA MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION130 KING WILLIAM DRIVE7575652006$77,937
MORATTICO WATERFRONT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$48,307
PAGE-NELSON SOCIETY OF VIRGINIAGENERAL MUSEUM8042634069$6,453
76TH REGIMENT OF FOOT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
KING & QUEEN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION146 COURT HOUSE LANDING ROAD8047859558
KING AND QUEEN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION146 COURT HOUSE LANDING ROAD8047859558
KING WILLIAM COUNRTY HISTORICALHISTORIC PRESERVATION227 HORSE LANDING ROAD8047699619
MIDDLESEX COUNTY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8047583663
MIDDLESEX COUNTY MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION777 GENERAL PULLER HIGHWAY8047583663
NEW KENT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION12007 COURTHOUSE CIRCLE8049668587
PAMUNKEY INDIAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8048434792
ST JOHNS CHURCH RESTORATION ASSOCIATION LIMITEDHISTORY MUSEUM1685 SWEET HALL RD8048439194
WEST POINT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WILLIAMSBURG AREA BOTANICAL GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5537 CENTERVILLE ROAD

Libraries in West Point

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WILLIAMSBURG REGIONAL LIBRARY7770 CROAKER ROAD0.0670,993
HERITAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY6215-D CHESAPEAKE CIRCLE0.027,730
MIDDLESEX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY150 GRACE STREET0.023,898

Farmers Markets in West Point

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
King & Queen Community Development Farmers Market120 Marsh Lane- Walkerton Boat RampMay to SeptemberSat:8:30 am - 12:00 pm;YesVisit
Maidstone Farmer's Market11833 Aspengraf Lane
Middlesex County Farmers MarketRoute 33
Saluda Outdoor Farmers MarketCourthouse Square
Town of West Point, Virginia1000 Chelsea Road 06/06/2015 to Sat: 8:30 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Urbanna Farmers MarketBonner St and Rappahannock St.Visit
Volunteer fire dept.farmers market3135 forge road01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014

Restaurants in West Point

11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anna's Italian Restaurant
El Ranchero
Lovell's Place
Lucano's Pasta
Nicks Spaghetti and Steak House
Pizza Hut
The Blue Crab of West Point
The Pie Lady and Company
Tony and George's
Tony and George's
Top's China

Clinics in West Point

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DaVita Dialysis
DaVita Dialysis

Gas Stations in West Point

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Exxon
Shell
Star Express
Star Express

Banks in West Point

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Truist

Golf Courses in West Point

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stonehouse Golf Club

Breweries in West Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
AlewerksBreweries, Food & Drink189 Ewell Rd7572203670
Brass Cannon Brewing CoVA">Brewery8105 Richmond Rd

Nursing Homes in West Point

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
RIVERSIDE CONVALESCENT CNTR WE
2960 CHELSEA ROAD
Non profit - Corporation 60 58 3/5 3/5 3/5 7578434323

Pharmacies in West Point

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
RITE AID - 1594 345 14TH STREET 804-843-2880
WEST POINT PHARMACY 1302 LEE ST 804-843-4450

Cell Towers in West Point

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Toano) 185 INDUSTRIAL BLVDGTOWER130
23439 King William Road (110553)LTOWER95
( West Point) 1060 THOMPSON AVE WEST POINT ELEM SCHOOLGTOWER91
( West Point) 1060 THOMPSON AVE WEST POINT ELEM SCHOOLGTOWER91
7121 MOUNT PLEASANT ROADTOWER91
7121 MOUNT PLEASANT ROADTOWER91
E. ON 601 FOR .8 MI. FROM INT. OF 601 & 17TOWER91
E. ON 601 FOR .8 MI. FROM INT. OF 601 & 17TOWER91
55 Oaks Landing Drive (114385)LTOWER79
2528 General Puller HwyTOWER75
2528 General Puller HwyTOWER75
(Colby Swamp) 2.5 MI S OF SRS60 & 614LTOWER73
(Barhamsville) 1 mi NW of Barhamsville and 1.2 mi E of US 30LTOWER61
GLOUCESTER CO. VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT. RT. 610TOWER59

Fire Stations in West Point

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Lower King & Queen Volunteer Fire Department4764 York River RDVolunteer804-785-1091
West Point Volunteer Fire Department & Rescue Squad421 Seventh STVolunteer804-843-4865

Power Plants Near West Point

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
WESTROCK-WEST POINT MILLWOOD/WOOD WASTE BIOMASS221117-76.8OP
CORRECTIONAL SOLAR LLCSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-76.9OP

Bridges in West Point

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197516632,770F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197215729,963F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197516629,497F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197216229,157F
Movable (Bascule)Steel20075,35419,190F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20067618,635G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20063,54518,635F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19714435,343F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19714435,343F
SlabConcrete1947453,908F
CulvertConcrete1963321,779F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19714111,339F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19972561,014F
CulvertSteel199923442G
CulvertConcrete194821195F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1972181169F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1972181169F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201733111G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19642671P
CulvertConcrete19752848F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19474140F

Correctional Facilities in West Point

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
HENRICO COUNTY REGIONAL JAIL EAST17320 NEW KENT HWYCOUNTY-999526OPEN

Airports Near West Point

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Norfolk International AirportORFLarge Airport
Richmond International AirportRICLarge Airport
Felker Army Air FieldFAFMedium Airport
Langley Air Force BaseLFIMedium Airport
Newport News Williamsburg International AirportPHFMedium Airport
Norfolk Naval Station (Chambers Field)NGUMedium Airport
Patuxent River Naval Air Station (Trapnell Field)NHKMedium Airport
Aberdeen FieldSmall Airport
Apple Grove AirportSmall Airport
Barton Hall AirfieldSmall Airport
Bill Davenport Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Branham Mill AirparkSmall Airport
Brooklyn AirportSmall Airport
Camp Peary Landing StripSmall Airport
Chandler AirportSmall Airport
Cherry FieldSmall Airport
Christian's AirportSmall Airport
Cool Water AirportSmall Airport
Crabbe AirportSmall Airport
D&B AirportSmall Airport
Deerfield AirportSmall Airport
Devil's Reach Landing AirportSmall Airport
Dinwiddie County AirportPTBSmall Airport
Doves Nest FieldSmall Airport
Federhart-Ophelia AirportSmall Airport
Flying W AirportSmall Airport
Folly Neck AirportSmall Airport
Foster FieldSmall Airport
Garner AirportSmall Airport
Hampton AirportSmall Airport
Handy StripSmall Airport
Hanover County Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Henshaw AirportSmall Airport
Holly Point AirportSmall Airport
Hummel FieldSmall Airport
Hunt AirportSmall Airport
Jett AirparkSmall Airport
Lee FieldSmall Airport
Longbranch AirportSmall Airport
Manquin Flight Park UltralightportSmall Airport
Mary Walker LZ AirportAPHSmall Airport
Matts AirportSmall Airport
Mayers AirportSmall Airport
Mazza AirportSmall Airport
Melville AirstripSmall Airport
Middle Peninsula Regional AirportSmall Airport
Naval Outlying Landing Field WebsterSmall Airport
New Kent County AirportSmall Airport
New Quarter Farm AirportSmall Airport
Nimcock AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in West Point

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
James City County Police Law Enforcement Center4600 Opportunity Way
King William County Sheriff's Office
Middlesex County Sheriff's Office75 Oaks Landing Road
New Kent County Sheriff's Office
Virginia State Police Division 1 Area 3 Office
Virginia State Police Division 5 Area 37 Office1200 Airport Road
West Point Police Department

Grocery Stores in West Point

10 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven Inc F 19966AConvenience Store19250 Eltham Rd
Dollar General 17508Other3736 Lewis B Puller Memorial Hwy
Dollar General 439Other2900 King William Ave
Dollar Tree 7308Other416 13th St
E & C Enterprises VA646Convenience Store2680 King William Ave
Food Lion 1221Supermarket100 Winters St
Market Store At Kelrae FarmFarmers and Markets126 Camp Rd
Sunnyside Food MartConvenience Store5527 E Lewis B Puller Memorial Hwy
Toano BPConvenience Store8554 Richmond Rd
Walgreens 17550Other345 14th St

Treatment Centers in West Point

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Master Center for Addiction MedicineBoth804-315-3135
Middle Peninsula/Northern Neck CSB - Gloucester Counseling CenterBoth804-693-5057

DOL Wage Violations in West Point

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $497,978 in back wages owed to 215 employees.

2
Violations
$497,978
Back Wages Owed
215
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Superior Disposal Inc. SIGNIFICANT 23181 1 $496,976 $2,344 212
Curtis Contracting Inc. 23181 1 $1,002 $334 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in West Point

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COLOSSE BAPTIST CHURCH23945 KING WILLIAM RD
CONGREGATION THE LION OF THE TRIBE OF JUDAH INC18484 HANNAH CHASSE
EPHESUS BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 1628
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WEST POINT414 MAIN ST
FULL GOSPEL OF CHRIST FELLOWSHIP INC20325 HOLLY PINES LN
HOLY WARFARE MINISTRIESPO BOX 401
NEW HOPE MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH17623 NEW HOPE RD
OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH25375 THE TRAIL
POROPORONE BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 400
ST JOHNS CHURCH RESTORATION ASSOCIATION LIMITEDPO BOX 976
WEST POINT CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 800
WEST POINT CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 800

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Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About West Point

What is the population of West Point?

West Point has a population of 3,439 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 681 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is West Point expensive to live in?

West Point has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $83,475, 11% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $256,600 (9% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,297 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is West Point safe?

West Point is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 92 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 830 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, West Point receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in West Point?

West Point enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.9 inches, with 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in West Point?

The job market in West Point is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $974. There are 585 business establishments in the area, including 39 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 15.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in West Point?

The median home value in West Point is $256,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,264. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,297. Fair market rent is $1,181 for a 1-bedroom and $1,369 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 81.8%. The average annual property tax is $4,793.

How are the schools in West Point?

Schools in West Point score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 31.0% of adults in West Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is West Point?

The obesity rate in West Point is 32.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.6% of adults are smokers. 21.4% are physically inactive. 24.7% of residents report depression. 7.8% lack health insurance. 85.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,414.

What is transportation like in West Point?

The average commute in West Point is 30 minutes. 81.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of West Point?

The racial and ethnic makeup of West Point is 76.3% White, 10.6% Black or African American, 4.5% Hispanic or Latino. 96.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.2% speak Spanish. 9.1% of the population are military veterans. 16.6% of residents have a disability. 98.6% have health insurance coverage.

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