Median Age
28 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 39% of Residents
Under 20
18%
Over 65
16%
Yorktown
Yorktown, VA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,568
Population
586
Renter Mix
40% Rent
History lives in charming waterfront community
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Standing on the banks of the York River, this small Virginia town played a direct role in ending the Revolutionary War when General Cornwallis surrendered to George Washington here on October 19, 1781. That history isn’t tucked away in a museum—it’s woven into the landscape, from the preserved battlefield to the colonial streetscapes that make Yorktown feel like a living timeline. Riverwalk Landing brings a lively mix of dining and shopping to the waterfront, and the Coleman Bridge frames the whole scene with classic Chesapeake charm. Nearby Williamsburg and Jamestown round out Virginia’s Historic Triangle, making day trips practically a given.
Rentals here lean toward townhomes and garden-style apartment communities spread across a quiet, low-density setting. Yorktown Naval Weapons Station and a U.S. Coast Guard Training Center are both close by, making this an especially practical base for military personnel seeking off-base housing. Virginia Beach is also within easy reach, so coastal escapes don’t require much planning. With its walkable waterfront, strong sense of place, and access to both natural and historical attractions, Yorktown offers a living experience that’s genuinely hard to replicate elsewhere in the state.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$80,555
Average: $100,917
Education
258
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
222
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Yorktown has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
40%
Non-Renters
60%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
36%
Other Education
64%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Yorktown, VA is $1,565 for one bedroom, $1,763 for two bedrooms, and $2,128 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Yorktown has increased by 1.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,565/month
814 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Yorktown, VA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
644 Students
Mount Vernon Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
561 Students
Public
Grades K-5
613 Students
Public
Grades K-5
380 Students
Public
Grades K-5
623 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
874 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
903 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
644 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,123 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,212 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
68 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,050 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Colonial National Historical Park
- Newport News Park
- Quarterpath Park
- Redoubt Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Newport News/Williamsburg International
- Norfolk 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.