Home Value $468,400

66% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 92.0%

173% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.2%

13% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.9%

20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population182

Median Age57.6 yrs

Density289/mi²

Male / Female60% / 40%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans4.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$45,447

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty9.9%

Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$468,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$467,507

Housing Units120

Rent Burden21.7%

Health

Obesity36.2%

Uninsured11.1%

Smoking16.7%

Depression24.3%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)

AQI35 (Good)

Rain51.2 in/yr

Sunny Days299/yr

Elevation45 ft (14 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+92.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+42.5%

School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%

Commute27 min

Broadband98.0%

EV Stations11

Libraries3

Is Yorktown a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yorktown is $468,400, making it a premium housing market at 66% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Yorktown is a highly educated community — 92.0% 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

Yorktown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Yorktown has a population of 182 with a density of 289 people per square mile. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

182

Total Population

289

People / sq mi

57.6yrs

Median Age

48% above US avg

0.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.4%

Female 39.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Yorktown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	94.5%
	20% above US avg
Spanish	5.5%
	59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Yorktown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yorktown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Yorktown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$45,447
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,026
IRS Avg AGI	$96,515

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.9%
	20% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,733

Business (County)

Restaurants	173
Healthcare	150
Retail	182
Manufacturing	25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,007
	14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	0.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.8 min
Drive Alone	32.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	54.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Yorktown is $468,400, 66% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $467,507.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$468,400
	66% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$467,507
Median List Price	$339,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$339,999
$/Sq Ft	$203
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.5%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	2

Rental Costs


Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$2,003
Rent Burden	21.7%

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-Occupied	63.3%
Housing Units	120
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,007
	14% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.86%

In Yorktown, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.2%
	13% above US avg
Diabetes	11.5%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	33.6%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	7.4%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.7%
	19% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.8%
Physical Inactivity	24.8%
Depression	24.3%
Mental Distress	18.6%
Physical Distress	14.3%
Short Sleep	36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	11.1%
	29% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.1%
Dental Visits	63.7%
Premature Death	5,166/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.3/10
Exercise Access	89.9%
Healthcare Facilities	150

Yorktown has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	59.7°F
	11% above US avg
January Average	40°F (4°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	51.2 inches
	35% above US avg
Snowfall	4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	35.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	45 ft (14 m)
Area	0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density	289/sq mi
Coordinates	37.2340°N, 76.5182°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	51199

It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 92.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (173% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.1-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.4%

D 46.3%

Winner: Republican by 6.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	92.0%
	173% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	42.5%
School Test Score	5.58

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1	Metro — 1 million+
Population Density	289/sq mi
Total Area	0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	98.0%
EV Charging Stations	11
Alt Fuel Stations	12
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	150
Restaurants	173
Retail Stores	182

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.8 min
Drive Alone	32.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	54.3%

Yorktown, VA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Yorktown a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Yorktown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Yorktown vs U.S. Average

Income: Yorktown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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Commute & Transportation

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