Cana, VA

Virginia

Cana is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,164. Residents earn $61,985 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,164 Population 147/sq mi density
$61,985 Median Income $39,397 per capita
$114,400 Home Value $133,807 Zillow
$1,074 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,985 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,400 home value, $1,074/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,985
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,400
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.9%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,074
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,164
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density147/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,985
Per Capita$39,397
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty4.8%
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,400
Rent$1,074
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$133,807

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation1,364 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.9%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute28 min
Libraries1

Is Cana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cana receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Cana stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cana is $61,985, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cana is $114,400, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,074 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Cana experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Cana has a population of 1,164 with a density of 147 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

1,164
Total Population
147
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
7.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cana is $61,985, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Cana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,985
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,397
Avg Weekly Wage$786
IRS Avg AGI$52,917

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)654

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare49
Retail82
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,270
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cana is $114,400, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,074 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,807.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,400
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$133,807

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,074
8% below US avg

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-Occupied70.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,270
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
In Cana, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.7% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death10,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access59.4%
Healthcare Facilities49

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Cana has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,364 ft (416 m)
Area7.9 sq mi (20.5 km²)
Population Density147/sq mi
Coordinates36.5806°N, 80.6679°W
County FIPS51035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 63.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.9%
17% below US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score5.58
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density147/sq mi
Total Area7.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants39
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Work from Home5.0%

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