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Big Rock, VA

Virginia

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.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
168 Population 365/sq mi density
$46,929 Median Income $19,011 per capita
$52,300 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
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
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

B
Median Income$46,929
Per Capita$19,011
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$1,397M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$52,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units157
Rent Burden40.2%

Health

Obesity42.0%
Uninsured17.5%
Smoking30.3%
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease9.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation900 ft (274 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+50.7%
Graduate+12.8%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute22 min
Broadband78.0%
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, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, 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. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

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 5.6/10.

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. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Big Rock has a population of 168 with a density of 365 people per square mile. The median age is 58.7 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

168
Total Population
365
People / sq mi
58.7yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

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. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)555
County GDP$1,397M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare36
Retail60
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,200
37% below US avg
Cost of Living101.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Big Rock is $52,300, 81% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$52,300
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden40.2%

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

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units157
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,200
37% below US avg
Effective Rate4.21%
In Big Rock, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.5% of residents lack health insurance. 30.3% are current smokers. 30.7% report depression. 39.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Big Rock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes15.9%
Heart Disease9.0%
High Blood Pressure39.9%
Asthma12.5%
COPD14.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.3%
116% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity39.9%
Depression30.7%
Mental Distress24.8%
Physical Distress21.9%
Short Sleep41.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured17.5%
103% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,963
Dentists1:4,838
Mental Health1:1,909
Checkup Rate73.8%
Dental Visits43.0%
Premature Death16,804/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access27.5%
Healthcare Facilities36
Big Rock has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation900 ft (274 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density365/sq mi
Coordinates37.3526°N, 82.1873°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.6-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.1%
D 14.5%

Winner: Republican by 70.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+50.7%
Graduate Degree+12.8%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density365/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants19
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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