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Burkeville, VA

Virginia

Burkeville is a small town in Virginia with a population of 489. Residents earn $53,542 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
489 Population 489/sq mi density
$53,542 Median Income $35,686 per capita
$90,700 Home Value $187,340 Zillow
$1,241 Median Rent 35.6% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
706 Violent Crime/100K 4,471 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$53,542 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,700 home value, $1,241/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
706 violent crimes/100K (86% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,542
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,700
68% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 706/100K
86% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,241
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population489
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density489/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,542
Per Capita$35,686
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$701M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,700
Rent$1,241
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,340
Housing Units256
Rent Burden35.6%

Crime

F
Violent706/100K
Property4,471/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault706/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity42.6%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking19.1%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation518 ft (158 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+8.7%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Broadband86.7%
Libraries3

Is Burkeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burkeville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Burkeville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burkeville is $53,542, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burkeville is $90,700, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,241 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 706 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,471 per 100,000, 128% above the national average.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Burkeville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Burkeville has a population of 489 with a density of 489 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.2%), with 3.7% Hispanic, 19% Black.

Population

489
Total Population
489
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Burkeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.0%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.0%
12% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Burkeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burkeville is $53,542, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Burkeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,542
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,686
Avg Weekly Wage$1,013
IRS Avg AGI$53,329

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)476
County GDP$701M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare27
Retail58
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,952
44% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Burkeville is $90,700, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,241 (7% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,340.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,700
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$187,340

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,241
7% above US avg
Rent Burden35.6%

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-Occupied65.6%
Housing Units256
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,952
44% below US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Burkeville, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.3%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits55.7%
Premature Death11,496/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access47.7%
Healthcare Facilities27
Burkeville has a violent crime rate of 706 per 100,000 residents, 86% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,471 per 100,000 (128% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent705.9/100K
86% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault705.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,470.6/100K
128% above US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft4,470.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Burkeville has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation518 ft (158 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density489/sq mi
Coordinates37.1879°N, 78.1944°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.4-point margin. 86.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 22.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+8.7%
School Test Score5.58
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density489/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants29
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

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