Living in York County, Virginia

York County is a county in Virginia with a population of around 67,837, part of the Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News, VA-NC MSA metro area.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,223/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $420K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 50°F) and warm summers (highs around 82°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

York County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 40 and a highly educated workforce (47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.