Virginia
Brookneal is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,275. Residents earn $45,909 per year, which is 39% below the national average.
Based on current data, Brookneal receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Brookneal has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Brookneal is $45,909, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Brookneal is $115,000, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Brookneal is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 89 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,158 per 100,000, 41% below the national average.
9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Brookneal enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 7.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $45,909 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,177 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $886 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,105 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.2% |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 543 |
| County GDP | $376M |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Healthcare | 20 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,856 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.48% |
| Commute Time | 23.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
| Census Median | $115,000 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $155,071 |
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,856 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.48% |
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.9% |
| Asthma | 12.4% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.2% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.2% |
| Premature Death | 13,862/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 16.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
| Total Violent | 89.1/100K |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 89.1/100K |
| Total Property | 1,157.6/100K |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 267.1/100K |
| Theft | 890.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.5°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.0 inches |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 7.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 438 ft (134 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 364/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.0478°N, 78.9539°W |
| County FIPS | 51037 |
Winner: Republican by 32.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.9% |
| 71% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.58 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 364/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
| Restaurants | 13 |
| Retail Stores | 35 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 23.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |