Brodnax, VA

Virginia

Brodnax is a small town in Virginia with a population of 350. Residents earn $79,375 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
350 Population 493/sq mi density
$79,375 Median Income $44,079 per capita
$112,500 Home Value $138,408 Zillow
$1,263 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$79,375 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $1,263/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,375
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,263
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population350
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density493/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 21%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,375
Per Capita$44,079
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$1,602M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$1,263
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,408
Rent Burden14.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation374 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+81.2%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute20 min
Libraries4

Is Brodnax a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brodnax receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Brodnax offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brodnax is $79,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brodnax is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,263 per month. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Brodnax enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Brodnax has a population of 350 with a density of 493 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (63.4%), with 20.6% White.

Population

350
Total Population
493
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Brodnax vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.5%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.5%
38% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Brodnax vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brodnax is $79,375, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Brodnax vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,375
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,079
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$62,111

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,062
County GDP$1,602M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare76
Retail153
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,507
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Brodnax is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,263 (9% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,408.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,408

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,263
9% above US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

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-Occupied51.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,507
28% below US avg
Effective Rate2.23%
In Brodnax, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma11.7%
COPD6.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death12,700/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access55.7%
Healthcare Facilities76

Crime Rates: Brodnax vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Brodnax has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density493/sq mi
Coordinates36.7030°N, 78.0319°W
County FIPS51117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+81.2%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density493/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants76
Retail Stores153

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Work from Home3.6%

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