Virginia · Metropolitan Area
Altavista is a small town in Virginia with a population of 3,356. Residents earn $45,962 per year, which is 39% below the national average.
Based on current data, Altavista receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Altavista offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Altavista is $45,962, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Altavista is $135,000, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $878 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Altavista is below the national average at 200 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,829 per 100,000, near the national average.
28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Altavista enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $45,962 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,099 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,108 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,526 |
| Unemployment | 6.6% |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.4% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,798 |
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Healthcare | 93 |
| Retail | 190 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,022 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.50% |
| Commute Time | 23.2 min |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |
| Census Median | $135,000 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $196,219 |
| Median List Price | $194,950 |
| Median List Price | $194,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $151 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 107.9% |
| Price Drops | 37.5% |
| Inventory | 8 |
| Census Median Rent | $878 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,022 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.50% |
| Obesity | 39.7% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.3% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.7% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,566/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 93 |
| Total Violent | 200.1/100K |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 28.6/100K |
| Assault | 171.5/100K |
| Total Property | 1,829.1/100K |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 200.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,457.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 171.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.2°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.8 inches |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 11.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 659 ft (201 m) |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (13.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 626/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1234°N, 79.2834°W |
| County FIPS | 51031 |
Winner: Republican by 48.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 28.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.58 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 626/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 93 |
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Retail Stores | 190 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| Avg Commute | 23.2 min |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |