Woodlake, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Woodlake is a small city in Virginia with a population of 7,373. Residents earn $133,782 per year, which is 78% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
7,373 Population 3,047/sq mi density
$133,782 Median Income $54,346 per capita
$371,900 Home Value
$1,888 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$133,782 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$371,900 home value, $1,888/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
61.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $133,782
78% higher than US avg
Home Value $371,900
32% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 61.6%
83% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,888
62% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.4%
97% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,373
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density3,047/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A+
Median Income$133,782
Per Capita$54,346
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty0.4%
County GDP$24,002M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$371,900
Rent$1,888
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Elevation255 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+61.6%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute25 min
Libraries10

Is Woodlake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodlake receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Woodlake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodlake is $133,782, which is significantly higher than the national average — 78% above $75,149. This places Woodlake among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodlake is $371,900, 32% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,888 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Woodlake is a highly educated community — 61.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodlake enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches, including 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Woodlake has a population of 7,373 with a density of 3,047 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.5%), with 6.7% Black.

Population

7,373
Total Population
3,047
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodlake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.0%
10% above US avg
Spanish14.0%
4% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodlake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodlake is $133,782, which is 78% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Woodlake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$133,782
78% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,346
Avg Weekly Wage$1,205
IRS Avg AGI$90,502

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.4%
97% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,284
County GDP$24,002M

Business (County)

Restaurants656
Healthcare1,080
Retail944
Manufacturing154

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,153
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Work from Home17.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodlake is $371,900, 32% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,888 (62% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$371,900
32% above US avg
Median List Price$471,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$471,250
$/Sq Ft$219
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio100.2%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,888
62% 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-Occupied80.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,153
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.12%
In Woodlake, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 16.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.0%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity16.0%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress9.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death7,544/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access80.7%
Healthcare Facilities1,080

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Safety Score

Woodlake has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.4 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall8.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation255 ft (78 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density3,047/sq mi
Coordinates37.4201°N, 77.6772°W
County FIPS51041
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 61.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.8%
D 53.8%

Winner: Democrat by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+61.6%
83% above US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,047/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,080
Restaurants656
Retail Stores944

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Work from Home17.0%

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