Living in Mathews County, Virginia

Mathews County is a county in Virginia with a population of around 8,862, part of the Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC MSA metro area.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $922/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $327K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 49°F) and warm summers (highs around 80°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has hurricane risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Mathews County has older demographics, with a median age of 55 and a predominantly working-class population (28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.