Belview, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Belview is a small town in Virginia with a population of 920. Residents earn $45,000 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
920 Population 520/sq mi density
$45,000 Median Income $23,234 per capita
$139,100 Home Value
$1,039 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$45,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$139,100 home value, $1,039/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,000
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,100
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,039
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.7%
115% higher than US avg

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

People

Population920
Median Age28.6 yrs
Density520/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,000
Per Capita$23,234
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.7%
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,100
Rent$1,039
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Elevation2,012 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+78.1%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute22 min
Libraries1

Is Belview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belview receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Belview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belview is $45,000, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belview is $139,100, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,039 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Belview 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.

Belview has a population of 920 with a density of 520 people per square mile. The median age is 28.6 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.7%), with 20.8% Black.

Population

920
Total Population
520
People / sq mi
28.6yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Belview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.3%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.7%
40% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Belview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belview is $45,000, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Belview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,000
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,234
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$56,929

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.7%
115% above 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 Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Belview is $139,100, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,039 (11% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,100
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,039
11% below US avg

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-Occupied39.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,194
9% below US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In Belview, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death8,739/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities43

Crime Rates: Belview vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Belview 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

Elevation2,012 ft (613 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density520/sq mi
Coordinates37.1668°N, 80.5097°W
County FIPS51750
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.8%
D 49.3%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+78.1%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density520/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants43
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home3.7%

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