Blackstone, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Nottoway County County
Blackstone, VA
At a Glance
How Blackstone Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Blackstone's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Blackstone a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Blackstone residents earn a median household income of $58,479 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,758. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 476 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Blackstone is $185,600 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $198,476. Median rent is $1,092/month, with 28.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Blackstone reports 210 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 45% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,103/100K.
Education
20.3% of adults in Blackstone hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 77.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Blackstone has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches.