Living in Albemarle County, Virginia

Albemarle County is a county in Virginia with a population of around 105,703, part of the Charlottesville, VA MSA metro area.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,813/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 2.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 47°F) and hot summers (highs around 83°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Albemarle County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 39 and a highly educated workforce (55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Democratic.