Bloxom, VA

Virginia

Bloxom is a small town in Virginia with a population of 459. Residents earn $62,188 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
459 Population 1,391/sq mi density
$62,188 Median Income $26,282 per capita
$127,900 Home Value $192,378 Zillow
$867 Median Rent 20.4% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$62,188 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,900 home value, $867/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,188
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $127,900
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population459
Median Age29.6 yrs
Density1,391/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,188
Per Capita$26,282
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$2,039M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,900
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,378
Rent Burden20.4%

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation22 ft (7 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+81.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute20 min
Broadband90.6%
Libraries2

Is Bloxom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bloxom receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bloxom offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bloxom is $62,188, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bloxom is $127,900, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bloxom enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Bloxom has a population of 459 with a density of 1,391 people per square mile. The median age is 29.6 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.1%), with 24.4% Black.

Population

459
Total Population
1,391
People / sq mi
29.6yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bloxom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.3%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.7%
32% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bloxom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bloxom is $62,188, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Bloxom vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,188
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,282
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$57,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,264
County GDP$2,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare56
Retail146
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit2.4%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bloxom is $127,900, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,378.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,900
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,378

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$867
25% below US avg
Rent Burden20.4%

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-Occupied56.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
Effective Rate2.21%
In Bloxom, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.0%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity33.7%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death12,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access41.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Bloxom has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation22 ft (7 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,391/sq mi
Coordinates37.8292°N, 75.6214°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin. 90.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 43%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+81.5%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,391/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants100
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit2.4%
Work from Home5.3%

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