Living in Stafford County, Virginia

Stafford County is a county in Virginia with a population of around 142,003, part of the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV MSA metro area.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,177/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $491K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 47°F) and hot summers (highs around 83°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Mountains are less than 1 hour away.

Demographics

Stafford County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a moderately educated workforce (40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.