Belspring, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Belspring is a small town in Virginia with a population of 191. Residents earn $58,893 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
191 Population 199/sq mi density
$58,893 Median Income $29,793 per capita
$324,300 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,893 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$324,300 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,893
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $324,300
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Belspring Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population191
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density199/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,893
Per Capita$29,793
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
Commute69 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$324,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Elevation1,770 ft (539 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+81.9%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute69 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries1

Is Belspring a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belspring receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Belspring stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belspring is $58,893, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 69 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belspring is $324,300, 15% above the national median. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Belspring experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Belspring has a population of 191 with a density of 199 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

191
Total Population
199
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.1%
Female 63.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Belspring vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belspring vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belspring is $58,893, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 69 minutes.

Income: Belspring vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,893
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,793
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$56,929

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)372

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare43
Retail36
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,194
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time68.7 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Belspring is $324,300, 15% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$324,300
15% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,194
9% below US avg
Effective Rate0.98%
In Belspring, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Belspring vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death8,739/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities43
Belspring has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,770 ft (539 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density199/sq mi
Coordinates37.1954°N, 80.6124°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51750
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.8%
D 49.3%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+81.9%
School Test Score5.58
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density199/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants43
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute68.7 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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