Virginia
Callaghan is a small town in Virginia with a population of 277. Residents earn $100,781 per year, which is 34% above the national average.
Based on current data, Callaghan receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Callaghan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Callaghan is $100,781, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Callaghan among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Callaghan is $171,400, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $912 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Callaghan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 18.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $100,781 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,964 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $878 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,498 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 490 |
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,531 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.48% |
| Commute Time | 15.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 73.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.2% |
| Census Median | $171,400 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $912 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 20.6% |
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,531 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.48% |
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.0% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.8% |
| Depression | 26.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 12,095/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 51.5°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.0 inches |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 18.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,712 ft (522 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 183/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8098°N, 80.0890°W |
| County FIPS | 51005 |
Winner: Republican by 48.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.7% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 98.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.58 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 183/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.5 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 95.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Retail Stores | 40 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 15.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 73.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 10.2% |