Spotsylvania County

As of the 2020 Census, Spotsylvania County, VA, has a population of approximately 140,032. The racial composition is 74.7% White, 15.8% Black or African American, 4.0% Asian, 0.5% Native American, and 5.0% of two or more races. The Hispanic or Latino population stands at 10.2%. The median household income is around $88,385, and the poverty rate is roughly 6.9%. The county has a median age of 38.3 years. Residents with a bachelor's degree or higher constitute 28.1% of the adult population.

As of 2023, Spotsylvania County, VA, has a median home value of approximately $400,000. The average monthly rent for a two-bedroom apartment is around $1,600. The county has seen an annual appreciation rate of about 5%. The homeowner vacancy rate is roughly 1.5%, while the rental vacancy rate hovers around 6%. Single-family homes dominate the market, with about 80% of housing units being owner-occupied. Spotsylvania's population growth rate is around 1.2% per year, fueling steady demand in the housing market.

Spotsylvania County, VA, holds elections for various positions, including Board of Supervisors, School Board, and constitutional officers. The most recent elections data is from 2020 and 2021. The Board of Supervisors has seven members, each representing a district. In the 2021 elections, Mark B. Taylor (Republican) won the Commissioner of the Revenue race with 58.4% of the vote (19,844 votes). In the 2020 Presidential election, the county saw 67.0% voter turnout, with Donald Trump receiving 61.9% (42,286 votes) and Joe Biden receiving 36.0% (24,609 votes). Future election data, including candidates and numerical results, can be found on the Spotsylvania County government website or the Virginia Department of Elections. For the most current information and candidate listings, voters should regularly check these official sources.

As of recent data, Spotsylvania County, VA displays educational attainment as follows: 90.1% of residents aged 25 and over have a high school diploma or higher, compared to the national average of 88%. Additionally, 29.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is slightly below the U.S. average of 33.1% and Virginia's average of 38.2%. The county’s educational metrics indicate a well-educated populace, though there's room for growth in higher education achievements compared to both state and national levels. Spotsylvania's public school system serves around 24,000 students across 29 schools, with a student-to-teacher ratio of roughly 15:1, adhering closely to national and state trends.

As of recent data, Spotsylvania County, VA has an employment figure around 70,000 people. The county's top industries include healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and educational services. Healthcare and social assistance employ approximately 17% of the workforce, retail trade around 14%, and educational services about 9%.

When compared to national averages, healthcare and social assistance slightly surpass the national employment share of around 15%. Retail trade aligns closely with the national average of approximately 13%. Educational services in Spotsylvania County are slightly higher than the national average of 8%.

Compared to Virginia state averages, Spotsylvania County follows similar patterns in these top industries. Virginia also has a strong representation in healthcare and retail trade, reflecting the statewide focus on these sectors.

Overall, Spotsylvania County's employment landscape aligns closely with both state and national trends, with slight variations in the proportions of key industries.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Spotsylvania County, VA is approximately $90,000. To provide context, the median household income for the entire state of Virginia is about $76,500. Nationally, the median household income stands at roughly $68,700. This places Spotsylvania County's median income significantly higher than both the state and national averages.

Spotsylvania County's strong median income can be attributed to its proximity to major job markets like Washington D.C., coupled with local economic factors such as a diverse economy and stable job market.

As of the most recent data available in 2023, Spotsylvania County, VA has a moderate crime rate compared to national averages. Below is a summary of crime statistics:

These statistics reflect the ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to maintain community safety, though fluctuations can occur annually.