Living in Shenandoah County, Virginia

Shenandoah County is a county in Virginia with a population of around 43,190. The main communities are Strasburg, Woodstock, New Market.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $900/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $305K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 44°F) and warm summers (highs around 80°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

Shenandoah County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 45 and a predominantly working-class population (21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.