Wintergreen, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Wintergreen is a small town in Virginia with a population of 464. Residents earn $115,795 per year, which is 54% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
464 Population 53/sq mi density
$115,795 Median Income $74,373 per capita
$597,500 Home Value $434,624 Zillow
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$115,795 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$597,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
76.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,795
54% higher than US avg
Home Value $597,500
112% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 76.3%
126% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population464
Median Age64.8 yrs
Density53/mi²
Male / Female60% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans19.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$115,795
Per Capita$74,373
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$700M
Commute8 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$597,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$434,624

Health

Obesity31.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation2,744 ft (836 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+76.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute8 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries1

Is Wintergreen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wintergreen receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Wintergreen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wintergreen is $115,795, which is significantly higher than the national average — 54% above $75,149. This places Wintergreen among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wintergreen is $597,500, making it a premium housing market at 112% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Wintergreen is a highly educated community — 76.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Wintergreen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Wintergreen has a population of 464 with a density of 53 people per square mile. The median age is 64.8 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.8%), with 19.8% Black.

Population

464
Total Population
53
People / sq mi
64.8yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
8.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.5%
Female 40.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wintergreen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wintergreen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wintergreen is $115,795, which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Wintergreen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,795
54% above US avg
Per Capita Income$74,373
Avg Weekly Wage$924
IRS Avg AGI$76,891

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)560
County GDP$700M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare23
Retail44
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,245
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.1 min
Drive Alone27.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home37.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Wintergreen is $597,500, 112% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $434,624.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$597,500
112% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$434,624
Median List Price$303,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$303,450
$/Sq Ft$278
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory44

Rental Costs

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-Occupied81.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,245
21% above US avg
Effective Rate0.71%
In Wintergreen, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 17.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity17.3%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress14.7%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death8,481/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access51.5%
Healthcare Facilities23
Wintergreen has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,744 ft (836 m)
Area8.8 sq mi (22.8 km²)
Population Density53/sq mi
Coordinates37.9059°N, 78.9287°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51125
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 76.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (126% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.5-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.3%
D 45.8%

Winner: Republican by 7.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+76.3%
126% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density53/sq mi
Total Area8.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants25
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.1 min
Drive Alone27.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home37.2%

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