West Point, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

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.

3.9 /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
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 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
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,475
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $256,600
9% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% 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%

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
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$328,264

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property987/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary90/100K

Health

Obesity32.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation7 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.0%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.58

Community

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

Is West Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Point receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. 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 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 987 per 100,000, 50% 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 5.6/10.

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. 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. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.3%), with 4.5% Hispanic, 10.6% Black.

Population

3,439
Total Population
681
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

West Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
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. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

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

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
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Work from Home15.2%

Walkability

The median home value in West Point is $256,600, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,297 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $328,264.

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

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%

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 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

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%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death7,505/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment10.0/10
Exercise Access85.9%
Healthcare Facilities28
West Point has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 987 per 100,000 (50% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property986.6/100K
50% below US avg
Burglary89.7/100K
Theft896.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
West Point 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²)
Population Density681/sq mi
Coordinates37.5523°N, 76.8018°W
County FIPS51127
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 31.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.0%
8% below US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score5.58
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density681/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants39
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Work from Home15.2%

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