Branchville, VA

Virginia

Branchville is a small town in Virginia with a population of 154. Residents earn $77,813 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
154 Population 358/sq mi density
$77,813 Median Income $26,403 per capita
$146,400 Home Value $166,657 Zillow
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$77,813 median income, 21.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,400 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,813
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $146,400
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 21.4%
494% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population154
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density358/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 28%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$77,813
Per Capita$26,403
Unemployment21.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$739M
Commute52 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,657
Housing Units73

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking13.2%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation45 ft (14 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute52 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries1

Is Branchville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Branchville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Branchville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Branchville is $77,813, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 21.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Branchville is $146,400, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Branchville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Branchville has a population of 154 with a density of 358 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (69.5%), with 27.9% White, 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

154
Total Population
358
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Branchville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Branchville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Branchville is $77,813, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 21.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Branchville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,813
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,403
Avg Weekly Wage$951
IRS Avg AGI$52,956

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.4%
494% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)366
County GDP$739M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare28
Retail48
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,311
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time51.5 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Branchville is $146,400, 48% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,657.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,400
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,657

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied90.9%
Housing Units73
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,311
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.26%
In Branchville, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.8%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking12.5%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits56.9%
Premature Death14,714/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access22.4%
Healthcare Facilities28
Branchville has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation45 ft (14 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density358/sq mi
Coordinates36.5698°N, 77.2501°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS37131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 14.5-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.5%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.58
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density358/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants17
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute51.5 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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