Charlottesville

VA

Charlottesville city, Virginia

Population 45K |Median income $74,824 |1 hospital

Population
45,437
Charlottesville city
Median Income
$74,824
+10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$486,700
+114% vs avg
Median Age
33.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
45K+4%
Median Income
$74,824+68%
Median Home Value
$486,700+66%
Poverty Rate
19.6%-29%
Unemployment
3.7%-35%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,540/mo
Poverty Rate
19.6% +38% vs avg
Unemployment 3.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 62.5%
Work From Home 21.4%
Public Transit 5.6%

Population

White 66.5%
African American 15.6%
Asian 7.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
35.5%
Obesity
33%
High Blood Pressure
30.2%
Physical Inactivity
21.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.4%
Binge Drinking
16.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.6%
Current Smoking
11.1%
Current Asthma
10.7%
Diabetes
10.4%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 63.1%
Annual Checkup 77.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.1%
Stroke
2.8%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA MEDICAL CENTER
CHARLOTTESVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Charlottesville Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 27m ago
Earthquakes

Minor M 3.1 Earthquake Recorded 74 km NE of Tonopah, Nevada

USGS · 1h ago
Earthquakes

Moderate M 5.8 Earthquake Strikes Near Norsup, Vanuatu

USGS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Valdez Narrows Through Tuesday

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central North Carolina and South Central Virginia

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and Southern West Virginia Through 5:45 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Charlottesville, VA? ▼
Charlottesville, VA has a population of 45,437 people, located in Charlottesville city, Virginia.
What is the median household income in Charlottesville? ▼
The median household income in Charlottesville, VA is $74,824 per year. The poverty rate is 19.6%.
What is the median home value in Charlottesville? ▼
The median home value in Charlottesville, VA is $486,700. Median rent is $1,540/month.
What are the top health concerns in Charlottesville? ▼
The top health indicators in Charlottesville include Short Sleep Duration (35.5%), Obesity (33%), High Blood Pressure (30.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Charlottesville? ▼
Charlottesville has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Charlottesville? ▼
The median age in Charlottesville, VA is 33.1 years. 62.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Charlottesville, VA is located in Charlottesville city, Virginia. With a population of 45K and a median household income of $74,824, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Charlottesville area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Charlottesville city) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.