Living in Rockbridge County, Virginia

Rockbridge County is a county in Virginia with a population of around 22,354. The main communities are Glasgow, Goshen.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $800/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $284K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.3%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 45°F) and warm summers (highs around 79°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Mountains are less than 1 hour away. The area has wildfire risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Rockbridge County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 49 and a predominantly working-class population (27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.