Wachapreague, Virginia
Quick Statistics
Wachapreague is a community in Accomack County, Virginia, home to about 306 people spread across 0.2 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $34,833 a year, and a typical home is worth about $205,800. About 42.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 88.2% of residents under 65 have health insurance.
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Among the Virginia towns GeoStat tracks, Wachapreague ranks number 532 of 681 in population, number 338 in median household income, number 383 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Wachapreague typically top out near 86°F in July, while January nights average about 30°F. The area sees roughly 8 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Mappsburg, VA | 4.0 mi. | 103 |
| 2. | Melfa, VA | 4.1 mi. | 468 |
| 3. | Keller, VA | 4.2 mi. | 288 |
| 4. | Quinby, VA | 4.5 mi. | 198 |
| 5. | Painter, VA | 5.4 mi. | 305 |
| 6. | Onley, VA | 6.1 mi. | 678 |
| 7. | Savageville, VA | 6.5 mi. | 124 |
| 8. | Cats Bridge, VA | 6.6 mi. | 200 |
What is the population of Wachapreague, Virginia?
Wachapreague has a population of about 306 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Wachapreague, Virginia in?
Wachapreague is located in Accomack County, Virginia.
What is the median home value in Wachapreague, Virginia?
The median home value in Wachapreague is about $205,800, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Wachapreague, Virginia?
The median personal income in Wachapreague is about $34,833 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Wachapreague, Virginia?
Since 1950, 9 tornadoes have been recorded in Accomack County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Wachapreague, Virginia?
Typical July highs run about 86 degrees and January lows about 30 degrees, with around 8 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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