Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
23%
Prince George
Prince George, VA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,545
Population
2,309
Renter Mix
25% Rent
Relish a small-town atmosphere with convenience to bigger cities
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Prince George is a pastoral suburb situated just 30 minutes’ driving distance from Richmond, Virginia’s capital city. Known for its peaceful seclusion, Prince George offers residents a tranquil reprieve from the bustle of city life. However, big-city amenities are just minutes away from Prince George, which boasts close proximity to the Tri-Cities as well as Fort Lee.
Outdoor recreation abounds near Prince George, with nearby access to the Appomattox River, the James River, and the James River National Wildlife Refuge. Prince George exudes a small-town atmosphere, hosting local events such as the Pork Butt Festival and the Prince George Farmers’ Market. Commuting and traveling from Prince George is easy with access to I-295 in addition to the nearby I-85 and I-95.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$77,412
Average: $108,349
Education
478
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
1,096
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Prince George has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
25%
Non-Renters
75%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
19%
Other Education
81%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Prince George, VA is $1,545 for one bedroom, $1,494 for two bedrooms, and $1,676 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Prince George has decreased by -13.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,545/month
740 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Prince George, VA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
L.L. Beazley Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
584 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
584 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
785 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
785 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
560 Students
N.B. Clements Junior High School
Public
Grades 6-8
971 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,796 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,796 Students
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Points of Interest
Parks and Recreation
- Petersburg National Battlefield
- James River National Wildlife Refuge
- Ettrick Park
- Harrison Lake National Fish Hatchery
- R. Garland Dodd Park at Point of Rocks
Airports
- Richmond International
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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.