Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 10.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 35.7% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 33% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 276 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,869 (35.2%) |
| Some College | 2,659 (13.6%) |
| Associates | 2,843 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,243 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,634 (23.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,070 ▼ 13% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $207,441 ▼ 26% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $850/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 13,788 |
| Vacant Units | 1,452 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Amherst County is located in Virginia and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 30,274 residents. With a median age of 44.35, it is a middle-aged county.
Amherst County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $66,070 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 10.4% is near the national average.
Housing in Amherst County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $207,441 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $850. Homeownership rates are high at 77.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Amherst County are primarily White (73.39%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Amherst County, VA is a solidly middle-class area in Virginia. The 5 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.