Median Age
33 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 20% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
13%
Fredericksburg, VA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,737
Population
29,450
Renter Mix
65% Rent
A wealth of history sits between Richmond and DC.
Historic
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Quaint
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Convenient
Welcome to Fredericksburg, Virginia, where history meets modern living along the Rappahannock River. Located 47 miles south of Washington, D.C., this historic community offers renters both small-town atmosphere and metropolitan convenience. The downtown district showcases preserved 18th and 19th-century architecture, complemented by local restaurants, art galleries, and independent shops. Housing options include contemporary apartment communities and historic townhomes, with current average rents starting at $1,272 for studios and reaching $2,356 for three-bedroom units. The rental market has seen modest growth, with year-over-year increases between 2.6% and 4.6% across different unit sizes.
The city features several outdoor spaces, including Old Mill Park along the Rappahannock River and Alum Spring Park, known for its historic stone formations. The University of Mary Washington campus enhances the area with its academic presence and cultural offerings. Residents can explore the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park or spend time at Central Park shopping center. Transportation options include easy access to Washington D.C. and Richmond via I-95 and the Virginia Railway Express station. Notable areas include the downtown historic district, College Heights, and the Fall Hill corridor. A point of historical interest: Thomas Jefferson wrote the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom in Fredericksburg, establishing the city's significance in American religious liberty.
Explore the City
The Rappahannock River through the trees
Fredericksburg played an important role in American history
Demographics
Median Household Income
$75,490
Average: $103,414
Education
9,823
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
16,283
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Fredericksburg has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
65%
Non-Renters
35%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
28%
Other Education
72%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Fredericksburg, VA is $1,338 for a studio, $1,737 for one bedroom, $1,999 for two bedrooms, and $2,457 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fredericksburg has increased by 1.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,737/month
747 Sq Ft
House
$2,764/month
1,818 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,295/month
1,315 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Fredericksburg, VA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
811 Students
Cedar Forest Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
811 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
681 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
681 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
662 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
777 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
777 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
899 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
899 Students
Donald B. Dixon-Lyle R. Smith Middle
Public
Grades 6-8
894 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,995 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,995 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,117 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,117 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,736 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Fredericksburg National Cemetery
- Green Springs
- Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.