What are the schools like in Chamberlayne, VA?

Chamberlayne is served primarily by Richmond City Public Schools. The district operates 26 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, and 10 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.9:1.

What is the median household income in Chamberlayne?

The median household income in Chamberlayne, VA is $90,127 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.2%.

What is the weather like in Chamberlayne, VA?

Chamberlayne has an average high temperature of 47.2°F in January and 88.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 14.7 inches.

Chamberlayne, VA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Chamberlayne, VA affordable or expensive?

Chamberlayne's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Chamberlayne is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $289,400 and the median rent is $1,730 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Chamberlayne, VA?

Chamberlayne has a violent crime rate of 201.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2444.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Chamberlayne, VA a Good Place to Live?

Chamberlayne is a small town of 4,965 in Virginia, with a median household income of $90,127 and a 7.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Chamberlayne stands out for solid school ratings (B+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Chamberlayne is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Chamberlayne city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 98.0

Chamberlayne's overall cost of living index is 98.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Chamberlayne costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Chamberlayne, VA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$289,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,730	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	94.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$90,127	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Chamberlayne's violent crime rate is 201.6 per 100,000 residents — 47% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

201.6 /100k

Property Crime

2444.5 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Chamberlayne is served primarily by Richmond City Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Chamberlayne, VA	National Avg
School District	Richmond City Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	26	—
Middle Schools	7	—
High Schools	10	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	47.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Chamberlayne sees average highs of 47.2°F in January and 88.7°F in July, with 47.1 inches of annual precipitation and 14.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Chamberlayne, VA
Average High — January	47.2°F
Average High — July	88.7°F
Annual Precipitation	47.1"
Annual Snowfall	14.7"

Demographics

Metric	Chamberlayne, VA	National Avg
Population	4,965	—
Median Age	55.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	36.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	58.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.8%	18.9%
Asian	1.3%	6.3%
Under 18	9.0%	22.2%
65 and over	26.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lakeside, VA 3 mi Mechanicsville, VA 4 mi Glen Allen, VA 4 mi East Highland Park, VA 4 mi Laurel, VA 4 mi

ZIP Codes in Chamberlayne

Chamberlayne, VA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

23227

Chamberlayne vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chamberlayne, VA affordable or expensive?

Chamberlayne's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Chamberlayne roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $289,400 and median rent is $1,730/month.

What is the crime rate in Chamberlayne, VA?

Chamberlayne's violent crime rate is 201.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2444.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Chamberlayne?

Public schools in Chamberlayne are operated by Richmond City Public Schools. The district has 26 elementary, 7 middle, and 10 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.9:1. 47.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Chamberlayne, VA a good place to live?

Chamberlayne, VA has a population of 4,965, a median household income of $90,127, and an unemployment rate of 7.2%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Chamberlayne?

Chamberlayne averages 47.2°F in January and 88.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.1 inches with about 14.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Chamberlayne?

Chamberlayne, VA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 23227.

What is the population of Chamberlayne?

The population of Chamberlayne, Virginia is 4,965 with a median age of 55.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Chamberlayne?

Key numbers for living in Chamberlayne: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $289,400, median household income $90,127, crime index 78 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Chamberlayne side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.