Weyers Cave, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Weyers Cave is a small town in Virginia with a population of 2,243. Residents earn $66,882 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
2,243 Population 340/sq mi density
$66,882 Median Income $42,272 per capita
$280,900 Home Value $336,811 Zillow
$1,034 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,882 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$280,900 home value, $1,034/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,882
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $280,900
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.3%
8% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,034
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,243
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density340/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,882
Per Capita$42,272
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.3%
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$280,900
Rent$1,034
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$336,811

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Elevation1,179 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.3%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 62%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Weyers Cave a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weyers Cave receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Weyers Cave stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weyers Cave is $66,882, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weyers Cave is $280,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,034 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.3% 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

Weyers Cave experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches, including 19.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Weyers Cave has a population of 2,243 with a density of 340 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.7%), with 6% Black.

Population

2,243
Total Population
340
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
6.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Weyers Cave vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.7%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.3%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Weyers Cave vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weyers Cave is $66,882, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Weyers Cave vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,882
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,272
Avg Weekly Wage$969
IRS Avg AGI$56,144

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,754

Business (County)

Restaurants212
Healthcare204
Retail317
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,439
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Weyers Cave is $280,900, 0% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,034 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $336,811.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$280,900
0% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$336,811

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,034
11% below 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-Occupied81.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,439
2% below US avg
Effective Rate1.22%
In Weyers Cave, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Weyers Cave vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death5,914/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access98.7%
Healthcare Facilities204

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Weyers Cave has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.0 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall19.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,179 ft (359 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.1 km²)
Population Density340/sq mi
Coordinates38.2801°N, 78.9142°W
County FIPS51660
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 36.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 25.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.3%
D 61.7%

Winner: Democrat by 25.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.3%
8% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.58
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density340/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities204
Restaurants212
Retail Stores317

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Work from Home11.7%

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