What are the schools like in Rushmere, VA?

Rushmere is served primarily by Isle of Wight County Public Schools. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.8:1.

What is the median household income in Rushmere?

The median household income in Rushmere, VA is $51,667 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.8%.

What is the weather like in Rushmere, VA?

Rushmere has an average high temperature of 49.0°F in January and 88.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 4.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Rushmere, VA affordable or expensive?

Rushmere's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Rushmere is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $305,700 and the median rent is $929 per month.

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

Rushmere has a violent crime rate of 202.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 951.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Rushmere, VA a Good Place to Live?

Rushmere is a small town of 896 in Virginia, with a median household income of $51,667 and a 6.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Rushmere stands out for solid school ratings (B).

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

All Rushmere 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: 97.4

Rushmere's overall cost of living index is 97.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Rushmere costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Rushmere, VA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$305,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$929	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,667	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Rushmere's violent crime rate is 202.1 per 100,000 residents — 47% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

202.1 /100k

Property Crime

951.3 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Rushmere is served primarily by Isle of Wight County Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Rushmere, VA	National Avg
School District	Isle of Wight County Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	3	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	27.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Rushmere sees average highs of 49.0°F in January and 88.2°F in July, with 52.5 inches of annual precipitation and 4.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Rushmere, VA
Average High — January	49.0°F
Average High — July	88.2°F
Annual Precipitation	52.5"
Annual Snowfall	4.3"

Demographics

Metric	Rushmere, VA	National Avg
Population	896	—
Median Age	59.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	52.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	43.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	15.2%	22.2%
65 and over	22.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Smithfield, VA 8 mi Newport News, VA 8 mi Surry, VA 10 mi Scotland, VA 10 mi Benns Church, VA 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Rushmere

Rushmere, VA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

23430

Rushmere vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rushmere, VA affordable or expensive?

Rushmere's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Rushmere roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $305,700 and median rent is $929/month.

What is the crime rate in Rushmere, VA?

Rushmere's violent crime rate is 202.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 951.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Rushmere?

Public schools in Rushmere are operated by Isle of Wight County Public Schools. The district has 4 elementary, 3 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1. 27.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Rushmere, VA a good place to live?

Rushmere, VA has a population of 896, a median household income of $51,667, and an unemployment rate of 6.8%. 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 Rushmere?

Rushmere averages 49.0°F in January and 88.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 52.5 inches with about 4.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Rushmere?

Rushmere, VA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 23430.

What is the population of Rushmere?

The population of Rushmere, Virginia is 896 with a median age of 59.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Rushmere?

Key numbers for living in Rushmere: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $305,700, median household income $51,667, crime index 50 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Rushmere side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.