Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach, Virginia Overview

Virginia Beach scores 57.8/100 overall (B+), ranking #9 of 20 cities in Virginia — below the state composite of 74.9. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 87/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 20/100.

Income & Employment in Virginia Beach

The median household income in Virginia Beach is $91,141, 5% above the statewide median of $87,106. The local unemployment rate of 2.8% is lower than the state’s 2.9%. Population grew 0.2% recently.

Safety in Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach’s violent crime rate of 121.8 per 100,000 is well below both the Virginia rate of 201 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1738.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach has a cost of living index of 97.4 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $366,300. Median monthly rent is $1,649. Renters spend 21.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Virginia Beach

The adult obesity rate in Virginia Beach is 36.5%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.8%. Residents report an average of 16.7 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Virginia ranks #12 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach has a high school graduation rate of 91%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.1:1. Per-pupil spending is $14,888. The city has 82 public schools serving 64,986 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 59°F. Summers average 75°F. Winters average 44.7°F. Annual precipitation is 42.7 inches.

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