Fauquier County, VA Economy


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Fauquier County, located in Northern Virginia, is a beautiful area full of natural beauty and exciting recreational opportunities. It's known for its rolling hills and plentiful vineyards, making it an ideal place to settle down or visit for a weekend getaway. The rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Fauquier County is higher than the US average at $1,840 compared to the national average of $1,430. Grocery costs are also higher in Fauquier County as most goods have an index rate of 111 compared to 100 nationally. If you're looking to move to this area or just take a trip, there are plenty of local attractions like Gold Cup Wine Cellars and Warrenton Aquatic Recreation Center that make Fauquier County such an attractive destination.

Fauquier County has an unemployment rate of 3.9%. The US average is 6.0%.

Fauquier County has seen the job market increase by 2.0% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 35.4%, which is higher than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Fauquier County
- The Sales Tax Rate for Fauquier County is 5.3%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Fauquier County is 5.8%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Fauquier County
- The average income of a Fauquier County resident is $41,394 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Fauquier County resident is $111,368 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyFauquier, VirginiaUnited States
  3.96
  -5.1%-6.2%
  35.4%33.5%
  5.3%6.2%
  5.8%4.6%
  $49,440$37,638
  $111,368$69,021
  $129,748$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  2.0%1.2%
  0.1%0.5%
  9.6%6.8%
  4.1%10.0%
  2.1%2.5%
  9.8%11.0%
  4.4%4.8%
  1.1%0.8%
  1.7%1.9%
  3.8%4.7%
  2.1%1.9%
  13.1%7.6%
  0.2%0.1%
  3.9%4.2%
  9.8%9.3%
  9.9%14.0%
  1.1%2.1%
  5.8%7.0%
  6.0%4.8%
  9.5%4.7%
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