Abingdon is a city in Virginia with about 8,332 residents. Abingdon was founded in 1776 and sits in Washington County. The median age is 46.8 and the median household income is $54,976. Homes carry a median value of $217,700, and about 56% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (91%). Around 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 17 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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What is the population of Abingdon, Virginia?
Abingdon has a population of about 8,332, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Abingdon?
The median home value in Abingdon is $217,700, and the median gross rent is $794/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Abingdon safe? What is the crime rate?
Abingdon Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 240 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Abingdon face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Washington County as "Relatively Low" overall, with top hazards including landslide, lightning, strong wind.
How many schools are in Abingdon?
Abingdon has 8 public schools (3 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Abingdon?
Public registry data lists 9 registered sex offenders in or near Abingdon. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.