RANK #199 / 996 · POP 77,433 · VA
PROJECTED GROWTH: +2.1%
Augusta County, Virginia, in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley, offers access to natural landmarks like Natural Chimneys, known for its towering limestone formations and as a music festival venue. The county is situated between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains, providing scenic views and extensive outdoor recreation opportunities. Major interstates I-81 and I-64 run through the county, with the independent cities of Staunton and Waynesboro located within its borders. Commuting is facilitated by these interstates and local transit options like the BRITE bus service, which connects Staunton, Waynesboro, and Fishersville, and the Afton Express for travel to Charlottesville.
Life in Augusta County is characterized by a blend of rural and small-town living, with many residents owning their homes. The public school system, serving over 10,000 students across 19 schools, is fully accredited. The local economy is supported by sectors such as manufacturing, agriculture, and logistics. Recent economic developments include investments in industrial and commercial construction, with major employers contributing to the job market. The county's economic development efforts also focus on attracting new businesses and supporting existing ones.
Overvalued relative to economy
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Below-average climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing looks overvalued at 11.6x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Valley 230 kV Battery Storage
Undisclosed
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$210M | Planned |
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Community Solar Portfolio (Augusta CSG & Waynesboro Bridge Solar)
Dimension Renewable Energy
|
$105M | Operating |
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Amazon Fulfillment Center
Amazon
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$100M | Operating |
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Shamrock Farms Expansion
Shamrock Farms
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$59M | Under Construction |
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Augusta County Courthouse Construction
Augusta County
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$50M | Under Construction |
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CAVA Processing & Packaging Plant
CAVA
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$30M | Operating |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Augusta County has a Boom Town Index score of 80/100, ranking #199 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +0.4% and a median household income of $76,124, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Augusta County is $267,100 with median rent at $1,019/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.285, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.6% year-over-year. Job growth: +0.4%. Home values changed +3.8% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 5.2% of Augusta County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.