Accomack County, VA Economy


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Accomack County, Virginia is a great place to live and visit. The county has an affordable cost of living with average two-bedroom rental prices at $790 compared to the US average of $1,430. Additionally, grocery prices are 6% lower than the national average. This makes it easier for families to save money and enjoy all that Accomack has to offer. Accomack is home to many local businesses and attractions such as Assateague Adventure Tours, Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, Barrier Island Ecology Tour, and Oyster Bay Cruises. It's also home to a number of antique stores like Emmy Lou's Antiques & Collectibles or A Little Something Different. Whether you're looking for recreation or shopping, Accomack County is the perfect destination for everyone in your family.

Accomack County has an unemployment rate of 6.1%. The US average is 6.0%.

Accomack 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 30.2%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Accomack County
- The Sales Tax Rate for Accomack County is 5.3%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Accomack 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 Accomack County
- The average income of a Accomack County resident is $23,206 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Accomack County resident is $50,601 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyAccomack, VirginiaUnited States
  6.16
  -6.9%-6.2%
  30.2%33.5%
  5.3%6.2%
  5.8%4.6%
  $29,202$37,638
  $50,601$69,021
  $63,763$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  5.3%1.2%
  0.3%0.5%
  7.0%6.8%
  19.1%10.0%
  2.7%2.5%
  9.4%11.0%
  4.0%4.8%
  1.4%0.8%
  0.3%1.9%
  1.7%4.7%
  1.4%1.9%
  2.9%7.6%
  0.0%0.1%
  5.6%4.2%
  7.7%9.3%
  12.0%14.0%
  0.7%2.1%
  7.7%7.0%
  4.8%4.8%
  6.0%4.7%
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