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Onley, VA

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Population
541
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
43 ft
Median Home Value
$323,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$908/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$57,837
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Onley

Set in central Accomack County on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, Onley is a quiet, close-knit town with deep railroad roots. The community sprang up around a busy 19th-century train crossing that shipped fresh local produce north, a heritage you can still spot around the historic depot. Today, Onley offers a peaceful place to settle down, with convenient shopping along the highway and quick access to nearby bayside and seaside towns.

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Low PopulationA+100.0ratingRural FitA+97.7ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA96.7rating

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