Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
| Below Poverty | 10.8% ▲ 8% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.7% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 205 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,437 (29%) |
| Some College | 3,035 (11.8%) |
| Associates | 4,300 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,383 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,321 (32.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,746 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $253,700 ▼ 9% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,002/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 18,056 |
| Vacant Units | 1,399 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Staunton is a city in Virginia, located in Staunton (city) County. The city spans 2 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 37,720 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 44.6 years.
Economically, Staunton is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $63,746 is below the national average. Approximately 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Staunton is a mid-range housing market. Median home values stand at $253,700, which is near the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,002 per month. Homeownership is high at 63.6%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Staunton is well-educated. 41.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is primarily White (82.95%).
Staunton, VA offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Virginia. Spread across 2 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24401 | 37,720 | $63,746 | $253,700 | $1,002 | 4.9% | 41.7% | 63.6% |