Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
40-49 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
9%
Haymarket
Haymarket, VA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$873
Population
1,823
Renter Mix
16% Rent
Enjoy convenience to rural, suburban, and urban settings
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Tucked into the eastern foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Haymarket is a small Prince William County town that packs surprising charm into just one square mile. Despite its quiet, small-town feel, Washington, D.C. is less than an hour away via I-66, making it an appealing base for those wanting capital access without the city's pace. Nearby Manassas offers additional dining and entertainment, while Virginia's horse country stretches west.
Weekly farmers' markets, a volunteer-run museum, and independent shops give the town its close-knit character. Incorporated in 1882, Haymarket carries rich Civil War history, with the surrounding area serving as the site of multiple Union and Confederate encounters.
The rental landscape leans toward townhomes and smaller apartment communities reflecting the town's quaint scale. Renters valuing open space and a slower pace will find Haymarket especially appealing, with scenic countryside views and nearby trail access. For anyone seeking a grounded alternative to Northern Virginia's busier corridors, Haymarket offers a genuinely welcoming place to call home.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$146,606
Average: $172,408
Education
655
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
1,145
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Haymarket has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
16%
Non-Renters
84%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
32%
Other Education
68%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Haymarket, VA is $873 for one bedroom. Apartment rent in Haymarket has increased by 1.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$873/month
750 Sq Ft
Schools
Samuel L. Gravely Jr. Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
794 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
470 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
923 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
599 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,353 Students
Ronald Wilson Reagan Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
1,353 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,322 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Conway Robinson State Forest
- Manassas National Battlefield Park
- Prince William Trails and Stream Coalition
- Bull Run Regional Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Washington Dulles International
- Ronald Reagan Washington Ntl
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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 February 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.