Richmond

Richmond, Virginia Overview

Richmond faces challenges across several categories, earning a C+ grade (51.0/100) and ranking #15 of 20 cities in Virginia. Even so, the city scores 69/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 20/100.

Income & Employment in Richmond

Richmond’s median income of $65,650 is 25% below the state median, but positive population growth of 1.4% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 3.2%.

Safety in Richmond

Richmond’s violent crime rate of 401.6 per 100,000 runs above the Virginia average of 201. The property crime rate is 3768.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Richmond

Richmond has a cost of living index of 98 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $328,100. Median monthly rent is $1,314. Renters spend 24.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Richmond

The adult obesity rate in Richmond is 36.7%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 12.3%. Residents report an average of 18.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Virginia ranks #12 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Richmond

Richmond has a high school graduation rate of 85.1%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.3:1. Local districts invest $16,072 per student, well above the national median. The city has 94 public schools serving 56,070 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Richmond

Richmond enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 58.1°F. Summers average 74.7°F. Winters average 43.1°F. Annual precipitation is 43.9 inches. The mean commute time is 18.9 minutes, compared to 24 for Virginia overall.

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