Virginia
Appalachia is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,612. Residents earn $38,942 per year, which is 48% below the national average.
Based on current data, Appalachia receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Appalachia has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Appalachia is $38,942, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 24.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Appalachia is $65,500, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $665 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Appalachia is below the national average at 291 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,779 per 100,000, 93% above the national average.
15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Appalachia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches, including 9.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,942 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,944 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $879 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,964 |
| Unemployment | 7.0% |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.2% |
| 95% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 231 |
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Healthcare | 49 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Commute Time | 22.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
| Census Median | $65,500 |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $49,483 |
| Census Median Rent | $665 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.3% |
| Obesity | 47.2% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.5% |
| Heart Disease | 8.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.5% |
| Asthma | 12.8% |
| COPD | 12.7% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.5% |
| Depression | 30.7% |
| Mental Distress | 24.2% |
| Physical Distress | 19.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 21,701/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 49 |
| Total Violent | 290.7/100K |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 290.7/100K |
| Total Property | 3,779.1/100K |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,279.1/100K |
| Theft | 2,267.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 232.6/100K |
| Arson | 174.4/100K |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 56.0 inches |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 9.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2,082 ft (635 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 469/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9127°N, 82.7950°W |
| County FIPS | 51720 |
Winner: Republican by 43.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.6% |
| 54% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.58 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 469/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.4 sq mi |
| Healthcare Facilities | 49 |
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Retail Stores | 37 |
| Avg Commute | 22.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |