Toano

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Toano, VA Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,012

Population

9,348

Renter Mix

13% Rent

A pastoral town between Richmond and Newport News

Charming Pastoral Wooded Suburban Lake

A charming small town between Richmond and Newport News, Toano offers residents a central location nearing the Chesapeake Bay. Home to Little Creek Reservoir, the name for an expansive body of water and its adjoining green space, locals can fish, swim, kayak, boat, and more. This kid- and dog-friendly green space offers a playground, a fishing dock, and walking trails through the scenic woods of Toano. This small town boasts a close-knit community and a pastoral feel. Toano is mainly residential, and renters in the area enjoy the spacious lots, tree-lined streets, and sense of seclusion that this suburb offers. Commuters can easily travel into nearby metro areas along Interstate 64. For more outdoor recreation and adventure, check out York River State Park and the Chickahominy Wildlife Management Area.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$94,715

Average: $122,065

Education

3,857

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

4,527

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

43 Years

Largest Age Group

60-69 Years

Approximately 14% of Residents

Under 20

24%

Over 65

21%

Housing Distribution

Toano has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
13%
Non-Renters
87%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
36%
Other Education
64%

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Toano, VA is $1,012 for one bedroom, and $1,057 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Toano has increased by 0.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,012/month
590 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Not Walkable

Walkability

10 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

30 / 100

Schools

Toano Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

678 Students

Points of Interest

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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.