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See what Ashland, VA has to offer.

Who Lives Here

Ashland Demographics

Education

High School

31%

Associate's

16%

Bachelor's

11%

Master's

5%

Doctorate

37%

Family Size

2 people

49%

3 people

19%

4 people

24%

5 people

6%

6+ people

2%

Household Income

0-50k

44%

50-100k

33%

100-150k

16%

150-200k

4%

200k+

3%

Age

0-10

9%

10-20

18%

20-45

37%

45-65

20%

65+

16%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Ashland?

Percentage: 3/53/5

Renters gave this area a 3 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Dec '23-$830$965-
Nov '23-$830$965-
Oct '23-$830$965-
Sep '23-$830$965-
Aug '23-$830$965-
Jul '23-$830$965-
Jun '23-$830$965-
May '23-$830$965-
Apr '23-$830$965-
Mar '23-$830$965-
Feb '23-$830$965-
Jan '23-$830$965-
Dec '22-$830$965-

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Ashland

Ashland Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

38%

15-30 Mins

36%

30-40 Mins

14%

40-60 Mins

7%

60+ Mins

6%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 5555

Walk Score®

Walkable

Yes

Say 3 of 4 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 3 of 4 renters

Percentage: 5353

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 2 of 4 renters

What Renters Are Saying

Ashland Features

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 4 of 4 renters

Area Has Litter

No

Say 4 of 4 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 4 of 4 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 4 of 4 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 4 of 4 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 4 of 4 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 4 of 4 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 4 of 4 renters

Well Lit

Yes

Say 4 of 4 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 4 of 4 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 3 of 4 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 3 of 4 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 3 of 4 renters

Nice Views

Yes

Say 3 of 4 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 3 of 4 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 3 of 4 renters

Tree Lined Streets

Yes

Say 3 of 4 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

Yes

Say 2 of 4 renters

Near Highways

Yes

Say 2 of 4 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 3 of 4 renters

Ashland Education

Schools

Percentage: 5/55/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Ashland

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All About

Living in Ashland, VA

A small town located in Virginia, Ashland has just over 7,000 residents. Young adults (15-24) will fit right in, as they account for an above-average percentage of the community, while young professionals appear in smaller numbers. Overall, the town's residents, with an average age of just under 38, skew younger than most cities in Virginia. Most Ashland residents own their homes, and 45% of residents rent. With a relatively low average rent of $980 per month in the town, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Virginia. Over the course of a year, renters in Ashland will save around $3,700 compared to the state average.

Averaging about 21 minutes, the commute time for Ashland residents is faster than the Virginia average of about 30 minutes. Driving is the typical mode of getting to work, selected by 39% of workers, while public transportation isn't extensively used. Relatively few workers (6%) commute on foot, though the number is much greater than the national average.

Many Ashland residents work in one of three industries: entertainment, education, and retail. Together, these industries make up 24% of the workforce in the town. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, 7% of residents work in sales, which ranks as the top profession in the town. With an average annual income of around $67K, Ashland workers earn less than their peers elsewhere in Virginia. The town's average income also trails the national average ($73,345). Fifteen percent of Ashland residents over the age of 25 have earned a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree.