Lowes Island SnackAbility
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Cost of living in Lowes Island summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Lowes Island. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Virginia. Key points include:
The cost of living in Lowes Island is 167 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Lowes Island is 1.7x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Lowes Island is $852,668.
The median income in Lowes Island is $220,833.
Lowes Island's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Lowes Island Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Lowes Island | Virginia | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 167 | 112 | 100 |
| Services | 102 | 103 | 100 |
| Groceries | 99 | 104 | 100 |
| Health | 319 | 131 | 100 |
| Housing | 105 | 105 | 100 |
| Transportation | 103 | 105 | 100 |
| Utilities | 103 | 104 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Lowes Island, VA Weather
The average high in Lowes Island is 65.9° and the average low is 43.9°.
There are 73.9 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 41.3 inches of precipitation each year with 21.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | Lowes Island |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 65.9 |
| Average Annual Low | 43.9 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 73.9 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 41.3 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 21.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Lowes Island Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Lowes Island
The current population in Lowes Island is 11,018. The population has decreased 3.3% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 11,018 | -1.6% |
| 2023 | 11,199 | -0.6% |
| 2022 | 11,265 | -0.1% |
| 2021 | 11,272 | -0.4% |
| 2020 | 11,319 | 4.2% |
| 2019 | 10,860 | -2.3% |
| 2018 | 11,111 | 0.2% |
| 2017 | 11,094 | -2.0% |
| 2016 | 11,316 | -0.7% |
| 2015 | 11,396 | 1.2% |
| 2014 | 11,259 | -1.9% |
| 2013 | 11,478 | 0.2% |
| 2012 | 11,458 | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 11,397 | 0.1% |
| 2010 | 11,390 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Lowes Island
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Lowes Island is:
65.5% White with 7,220 White residents.
3.6% African American with 394 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
15.8% Asian with 1,746 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 8 Hawaiian residents.
0.4% Other with 40 Other residents.
6.9% Two Or More with 760 Two Or More residents.
7.7% Hispanic with 850 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Lowes Island | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 65.5% | 58.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 3.6% | 18.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 15.8% | 6.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 6.9% | 4.7% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 7.7% | 11.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in Lowes Island
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Lowes Island is 51.1% female with 5,634 female residents.
Lowes Island is 48.9% male with 5,383 male residents.
| Gender | Lowes Island | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.9% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Lowes Island for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Lowes Island completed < 9th grade.
0.0% of adults in Lowes Island completed 9-12th grade.
10.0% of adults in Lowes Island completed high school / ged.
9.0% of adults in Lowes Island completed some college.
3.0% of adults in Lowes Island completed associate's degree.
42.0% of adults in Lowes Island completed bachelor's degree.
28.0% of adults in Lowes Island completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in Lowes Island completed professional degree.
3.0% of adults in Lowes Island completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Lowes Island | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 2.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 0.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 10.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 9.0% | 18.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 3.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 42.0% | 24.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 28.0% | 14.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Lowes Island, Virginia
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0.8% of households in Lowes Island earn Less than $10,000.
0.0% of households in Lowes Island earn $10,000 to $14,999.
0.7% of households in Lowes Island earn $15,000 to $24,999.
2.7% of households in Lowes Island earn $25,000 to $34,999.
1.2% of households in Lowes Island earn $35,000 to $49,999.
3.4% of households in Lowes Island earn $50,000 to $74,999.
4.6% of households in Lowes Island earn $75,000 to $99,999.
10.7% of households in Lowes Island earn $100,000 to $149,999.
14.8% of households in Lowes Island earn $150,000 to $199,999.
61.2% of households in Lowes Island earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Lowes Island | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 0.8% | 4.2% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0.0% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 0.7% | 5.2% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2.7% | 5.7% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1.2% | 8.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 3.4% | 14.3% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4.6% | 12.1% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 10.7% | 18.1% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 14.8% | 11.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 61.2% | 17.7% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
