Big Rock, VA
Virginia · Buchanan County
Big Rock is a small town in Virginia with a population of 168. Residents earn $46,929 per year, which is 38% below the national average.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
3.4
/5.0
B
Good
168
Population
365/sq mi density
$46,929
Median Income
$19,011 per capita
$52,300
Home Value
$75,962 Zillow
54°F
Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$46,929 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$52,300 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$46,929
38% lower than US avg
Home Value
$52,300
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.4%
24% higher than US avg
How Big Rock Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population168
Median Age58.7 yrs
Density365/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%
Economy
BMedian Income$46,929
Per Capita$19,011
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$1,397M
Housing
A+Home Value$52,300
Ownership100.0%
Zillow$75,962
Housing Units157
Rent Burden40.2%
Health
Obesity42.0%
Uninsured0.0%
Smoking30.3%
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease9.0%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Elevation900 ft (274 m)
Education
DBachelor's+8.7%
High School+50.7%
Graduate+12.8%
School Score5.20
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries1
Is Big Rock a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Big Rock receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Big Rock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Big Rock is $46,929, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Big Rock is $52,300, 81% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Big Rock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches, including 7.7 inches of snow.
Big Rock has a population of 168 with a density of 365 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 58.7 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 0.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 75.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
Population
168
Total Population
2023 Census
365
People / sq mi
58.7yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Big Rock vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Big Rock vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Big Rock is $46,929, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,011 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,201, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 555 business establishments, including 19 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Big Rock vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,929 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,011 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,201 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,310 |
| Gini Index | 0.472 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.4% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 555 |
| County GDP | $1,397M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Healthcare | 36 |
| Retail | 60 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,200 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 101.10 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.21% |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Walkability
The median home value in Big Rock is $52,300, 81% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $75,962, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,181 for a one-bedroom to $1,369 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 157 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $2,200 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 40.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, well within the affordable range.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $52,300 |
| 81% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $75,962 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 40.2% |
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
| Homeownership | 100.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 0.0% |
| Housing Units | 157 |
| Median Year Built | 1985 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,200 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.21% |
In Big Rock, 42.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 15.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.0% of residents, above the national average. 39.9% have high blood pressure. 30.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.3% report binge drinking. 39.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 30.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 24.8% experience frequent mental distress. 0.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,963. The dentist ratio is 1:4,838. 27.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.6 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Big Rock vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.0% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.9% |
| Heart Disease | 9.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.9% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 14.9% |
| Cancer | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 5.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 30.3% |
| 116% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.9% |
| Depression | 30.7% |
| Mental Distress | 24.8% |
| Physical Distress | 21.9% |
| Short Sleep | 41.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Uninsured | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:3,963 |
| Dentists | 1:4,838 |
| Mental Health | 1:1,909 |
| Checkup Rate | 73.8% |
| Dental Visits | 43.0% |
| Premature Death | 16,804/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 27.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 36 |
Big Rock experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. The area receives 7.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 900 feet.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 53.5°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 900 ft (274 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 365/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3526°N, 82.1873°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Buchanan County County |
| Nearest Airport | West Virginia International Yeager (CRW) 78 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 50.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 85.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 5.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (0°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 62°F (16°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.9 in |
Big Rock has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 33°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.4") and November the driest (2.4").
Big Rock is located in Buchanan County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 8.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.7% have completed high school. 12.8% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 85.1% of the vote, a 70.6-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet access (above the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 36 healthcare facilities operate in the area.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 70.6 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Traffic Accidents | 5 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.8 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.7% |
| 74% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 50.7% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 12.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.20 |
D
Education Grade (1.7/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro / Rural |
| Population Density | 365/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| County | Buchanan County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 223.2 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 12.3 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 36 |
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Retail Stores | 60 |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Average costs for common services in Big Rock. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $253 ($152-$404) |
| Specialist Visit | $354 ($202-$556) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $202 ($101-$354) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,224 ($809-$5,055) |
| Dental Cleaning | $131 ($76-$202) |
| Dental Filling | $253 ($152-$404) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $46 ($25-$76) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $76 ($51-$121) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $303 ($152-$506) |
| Tire Rotation | $40 ($20-$76) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $607 ($404-$1,011) |
| Battery Replacement | $202 ($101-$354) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $101 ($61-$152) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $91 ($51-$142) |
| HVAC Repair | $404 ($152-$809) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,077 ($4,044-$12,132) |
| Roof Repair | $1,011 ($404-$2,022) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,099 ($5,561-$15,165) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,517 ($506-$3,539) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $15,165 ($5,055-$30,330) |
| DUI Defense | $5,055 ($2,022-$10,110) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,517 ($809-$3,033) |
| Will Preparation | $506 ($202-$1,011) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,528 ($1,011-$5,055) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $25 ($15-$46) |
| Women's Haircut | $56 ($30-$101) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $152 ($76-$253) |
| Manicure | $25 ($15-$46) |
| Pedicure | $40 ($25-$66) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $81 ($51-$131) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.15 ($3.03-$5.56) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.54 ($2.53-$5.06) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.84 ($2.53-$5.56) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.55 ($3.03-$6.57) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.56 ($4.04-$7.58) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.01 ($0.61-$1.82) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $142 ($81-$253) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $71 ($30-$152) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $71 ($40-$121) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $71 ($40-$101) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $66 ($30-$101) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $86 ($51-$152) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $202 ($76-$506) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,022 ($1,213-$3,539) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $71 ($30-$131) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $15 ($8.09-$25) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $101 ($30-$253) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $30 ($15-$76) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,213 ($607-$2,528) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,011 ($506-$2,022) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $404 ($202-$708) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $51 ($25-$101) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,011 ($404-$2,528) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,638 ($5,055-$30,330) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $61 ($30-$101) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $101 ($51-$202) |
| Dog Grooming | $61 ($30-$101) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $40 ($20-$76) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $303 ($152-$506) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $202 ($101-$404) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $513 |
| Toddler | $433 |
| Preschool | $433 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $403 |
| Toddler | $411 |
| Preschool | $411 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Buchanan County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 670 | 144 | $62,805 | 0.77 |
| Retail Trade | 653 | 55 | $27,941 | 1.08 |
| Manufacturing | 242 | 18 | $83,805 | 0.49 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 201 | 60 | $68,116 | 0.48 |
| Wholesale Trade | 183 | 13 | $72,763 | 0.77 |
| Educational Services | 164 | 5 | $58,869 | 1.31 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 162 | 16 | $36,229 | 0.45 |
| Other Services | 130 | 38 | $36,286 | 0.71 |
| Construction | 123 | 24 | $56,671 | 0.39 |
| Finance & Insurance | 99 | 17 | $55,741 | 0.40 |
| Management of Companies | 67 | 5 | $93,986 | 0.66 |
| Real Estate | 27 | 8 | $53,689 | 0.29 |
| Unclassified | 23 | 7 | $30,866 | 2.72 |
| Information & Technology | 20 | 3 | $31,152 | 0.18 |
Schools in Big Rock
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feds Creek Elementary School | Elementary | 166 | 13 | 12.8:1 |
Radio Stations near Big Rock
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Campgrounds Near Big Rock
12 campgrounds found near Big Rock.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| R.D. BAILEY LAKE GROUP SHELTERS | 5.0/5 | 3 | $50, $60 |
| POUND RIVER CAMPGROUND (VA) | 4.5/5 | 27 | $20, $26 |
| Guyandotte Campground | 4.2/5 | 86 | $26, $40 |
| CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) | 4.0/5 | 31 | $20, $24 |
| LOWER TWIN CAMPGROUND (VA) | 3.7/5 | 33 | $20, $24 |
| FLATWOODS GROUP PICNIC AREA | 2.0/5 | 1 | Free |
| FISHTRAP LAKE SHELTERS | 1.0/5 | 4 | $50 |
| Bark Camp | - | 1 | Free |
| Cane Patch | - | 1 | Free |
| High Knob Campground | - | 1 | Free |
| JOHN W. FLANNAGAN DAY USE | - | 2 | $50 |
| PHILLIP'S CREEK GROUP PICNIC AREA | - | 4 | $25 |
National Parks Near Big Rock
25 national parks and monuments found near Big Rock.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Beech Fork State Park | State Park | Free |
| Breaks Interstate Park | State Park | Free |
| Chief Logan State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clinch River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clinch River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dawkins Line Rail Trail | State Park | Free |
| Elk Knob State Park | State Park | Free |
| Grayson Highlands State Park | State Park | Free |
| Grayson Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hungry Mother State Park | State Park | Free |
| Jenny Wiley State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| John And Landon Carter House State Park | State Park | Free |
| Kingdom Come State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Jefferson State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Natural Tunnel State Park | State Park | Free |
| New River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Paintsville Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Panther State Forest | State Park | Free |
| Pinnacle Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River | State Park | Free |
| Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park | State Park | Free |
| Southwest Virginia Museum State Park | State Park | Free |
| Twin Falls Resort State Park | State Park | Free |
| Warriors Path | State Park | Free |
| Yatesville Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Big Rock
36 trails found near Big Rock.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GUEST RIVER GORGE | 5.1 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| AUSTIN GAP | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 3.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| PINE MOUNTAIN | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HIGH KNOB LOOP | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| PINE MOUNTAIN | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BARK CAMP LAKE | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| COUNTS CABIN | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BARK CAMP LAKE | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LAUREL FORK | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| PHILLIPS CREEK | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LITTLE STONY | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LITTLE STONY | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HIGH KNOB LAKE | 1.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HIGH KNOB LOOP | 0.9 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| RED FOX | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BOBS GAP | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HIGH KNOB LOOP | 0.6 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| HIGH KNOB LOOP | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| KITCHEN ROCK | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LITTLE STONY | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BOBS GAP | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| GUEST RIVER GORGE | 0.4 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| PINE MOUNTAIN | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HIGH KNOB LOOP | 0.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| BARK CAMP LAKE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| PINE MOUNTAIN | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LAUREL FORK | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
Museums in Big Rock
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELKHORN CITY AREA HERITAGE COUNCIL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | HATCHER STREET PO BOX 1332 | $15,356 | |
| ELKHORN CITY RAILROAD MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6067548300 | ||
| SAND LICK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION OF BIRCHLEAF VIRGINIA | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 337 RAKES RIDGE ROAD | 2768655453 |
Libraries in Big Rock
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUCHANAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1185 POE TOWN STREET | 0.0 | 45,943 |
Restaurants in Big Rock
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Angie's Best Way
Gas Stations in Big Rock
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Mobil
Banks in Big Rock
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Commerce Bank
Pharmacies in Big Rock
2 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| HURLEY COMMUNITY PHARMACY | 10249 HURLEY ROAD | 276-566-4488 |
| UPPER LEVISA CLINIC PHARMACY | 137 NORTH LEVISA ROAD | 606-835-2411 |
Cell Towers in Big Rock
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 13074 US Hwy 119 North (101423) | LTOWER | 90 |
| 9066 Phelps 632 Road (76329) | LTOWER | 43 |
Fire Stations in Big Rock
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harman Volunteer Fire Department | RTE 609 Bull Creek RD | Volunteer | 276-531-8285 | ||
| Knox Creek Volunteer Fire Department | RR 1 Box 42 | Volunteer | 276-566-4183 |
Bridges in Big Rock
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1939 | 536 | 2,517 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1940 | 26 | 2,288 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1966 | 220 | 1,973 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Concrete | 1939 | 118 | 1,923 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1967 | 242 | 1,839 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1969 | 27 | 1,839 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1979 | 32 | 1,263 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1964 | 32 | 1,232 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1967 | 40 | 1,232 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1961 | 24 | 1,091 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1961 | 29 | 1,091 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1983 | 64 | 999 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1982 | 24 | 858 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1991 | 64 | 858 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1974 | 221 | 858 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1949 | 26 | 847 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2001 | 410 | 840 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1986 | 289 | 817 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1993 | 45 | 712 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1934 | 28 | 554 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1934 | 24 | 554 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2020 | 180 | 500 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1975 | 216 | 500 | P | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1996 | 37 | 454 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1980 | 31 | 422 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1986 | 31 | 418 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1977 | 25 | 407 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1980 | 32 | 353 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1977 | 22 | 347 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1982 | 33 | 255 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2016 | 25 | 170 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1985 | 28 | 126 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 25 | 60 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1932 | 32 | 60 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1932 | 33 | 60 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1932 | 22 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2001 | 25 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2001 | 24 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2001 | 30 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2001 | 25 | 60 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1932 | 32 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 22 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 30 | 60 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1978 | 183 | 48 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1978 | 218 | 36 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 37 | 20 | F |
Superfund Sites Near Big Rock
1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| BUCHANAN UNITS 1 & 2 | 1 MI SW OF MARVIN | BUCHANAN |
Airports Near Big Rock
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Belcher Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Big Sandy Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Catron Field | - | Small Airport |
| Flying W Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kee Field | - | Small Airport |
| Logan County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lonesome Pine Airport | LNP | Small Airport |
| Paintsville-Prestonsburg-Combs Field | - | Small Airport |
| Pike County Airport Hatcher Field | PVL | Small Airport |
| South Fork Field | - | Small Airport |
| Southern West Virginia Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tazewell County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Virginia Highlands Airport | VJI | Small Airport |
| White Oak Stand Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Big Rock
2 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Glade Spring Police Department | ||
| Haysi Police Department |
Grocery Stores in Big Rock
3 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Just Us Grocery | Convenience Store | 5272 Paw Paw Rd |
| Lesters General Store | Convenience Store | 28541 Riverside Dr |
| RIVERSIDE PIT STOP | Convenience Store | 27499 Riverside Dr |
Treatment Centers in Big Rock
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Cumberland Mountain Comm Servs Board - Buchanan County Satellite Office | Both | 276-935-7154 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Big Rock
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| BLACKEY BAPTIST CHURCH | PO BOX 197 |
| CONNECTION YOUTH CENTER INC | PO BOX 205 |
| ELK CREEK FREEWILL BAPTIST CHURCH | HC 60 BOX 200 |
| FREE PENTACOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD OF MOUTHCARD KENTUCKY INC | PO BOX 326 |
| HURLEY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | PO BOX 267 |
| MOUTHCARD BAPTIST CHURCH | LOCAL |
| ROSEANN EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | PO BOX 267 |
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Mines
267
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Historic Markers
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Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines Near Big Rock
200 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Big Rock.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #1 Tipple | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #2 Auger | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #2 Auger | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #5 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #5 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #60 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| #7 Prep Plant | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Active) |
| #9 MINER | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (NonProducing) |
| 4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| 7 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| 7-E | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| 898-0435 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Abners Fork Splashdam Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Alma #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Auger #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Auger #4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Auger No. 29 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Temporarily Idled) |
| Auger Serial # MBS11 Feds Creek #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Bc 8 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Bearwallow Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Bristol Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Buckeye Br. | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Temporarily Idled) |
| Bucky Ridge Surface Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Temporarily Idled) |
| Burnt Poplar | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Cain Branch Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Cane Branch Elkhorn #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| CE#2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Active) |
| Clintwood Elkhorn #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Clintwood Elkhorn Development | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Coal Augering Inc #6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Colley Fork Surface Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Convict Hollow | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Temporarily Idled) |
| Dick's Fork #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Dock #14 | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Dominion No 11 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Feds Creek #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Feds Creek Preparation Plant | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Feds Creek Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Fedscreek No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Fedscreek Refuse Pile | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Fedscreek Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Active) |
| G1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| G2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Glamorgon Mine #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| H-3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Hackney | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Temporarily Idled) |
| Hackney Creek Hagy | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Hackney Creek Splashdam | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (NonProducing) |
| Hi-Energy Coal LLC Mine #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Horn 3a | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Huffman Fk. Auger | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Industrial | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Island Creek Surface Mine #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Jim Belcher Fork #1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Jones Fork | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Temporarily Idled) |
| Joy Technologies Inc | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Kentland Prep Plant (D) | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Laurel Branch Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Active) |
| Licklog Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| MC AUGER 36 | Coal (Anthracite) - Surface (Temporarily Idled) |
| Mine # 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine #6 A | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 5 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 8 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No. 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No. 4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine No. 6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Miners Inc #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Auger | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Auger Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine (D) | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Surface Mine (D) | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Tipple | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| No 1-A | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1-A | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 10 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 10-C Mine (D) | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 11 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 12 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 12-A | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 13 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 14 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 17 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Auger | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 2 Dock | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 21 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 22 Prep Plant | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| No 25 Auger | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 28 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 3 Auger | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
Historic Markers Near Big Rock
1 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Big Rock.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Buchanan County / Kentucky | Marker is on U.S. 460 just east of the Kentucky State Line, on the left when traveling west. |
Haunted Places Near Big Rock
1 reported haunted locations found near Big Rock.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Feds Creek High School | water faucets coming on and off. Televisions in classrooms blinking on and off with no intentions. Bats and crows (blackbirds) coming in and out of the windows, or sitting on the windowsills. It is a place that is dark and damp anyways, but the strange Phenomena that goes on is still horrorfying |
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What is the population of Big Rock?
Big Rock has a population of 168 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 365 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 58.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.
Is Big Rock expensive to live in?
Big Rock has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $46,929, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $52,300 (81% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Big Rock?
Big Rock has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.0 inches, with 7.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Big Rock?
The job market in Big Rock is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,201. There are 555 business establishments in the area, including 19 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Big Rock?
The median home value in Big Rock is $52,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $75,962. The homeownership rate is 100.0%. The average annual property tax is $2,200.
How are the schools in Big Rock?
Schools in Big Rock score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 8.7% of adults in Big Rock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.7% have completed high school. 12.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Big Rock?
The obesity rate in Big Rock is 42.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 30.3% of adults are smokers. 39.9% are physically inactive. 30.7% of residents report depression. 0.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 27.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,963.
What are the demographics of Big Rock?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Big Rock is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 75.0% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
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