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Buena Vista, VA
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Buena Vista, VA
At a Glance
How Buena Vista Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Buena Vista's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Buena Vista a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Buena Vista residents earn a median household income of $54,458 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,175. The unemployment rate stands at 1.2% (67% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 161 business establishments, including 13 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Buena Vista is $153,500 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $193,030. Median rent is $1,067/month, with 30.2% 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 1973.
Safety & Crime
Buena Vista reports 114 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 70% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 292/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
24.7% of adults in Buena Vista hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 83.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Buena Vista has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.