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Castlewood, VA

Virginia · Russell County

Castlewood is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,120. Residents earn $58,958 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,120 Population 156/sq mi density
$58,958 Median Income $33,838 per capita
$163,300 Home Value $159,638 Zillow
$740 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
105 Violent Crime/100K 3,151 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,958 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$163,300 home value, $740/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
105 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $58,958
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $163,300
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 105/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $740
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,120
Median Age57.7 yrs
Density156/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,958
Per Capita$33,838
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$904M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,300
Rent$740
Ownership76.2%
Zillow$159,638
Housing Units743
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

F
Violent105/100K
Property3,151/100K

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking19.3%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,744 ft (532 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+88.7%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute27 min
Broadband72.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Castlewood a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Castlewood is $58,958, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Castlewood is $163,300, 42% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Castlewood is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,151 per 100,000, 61% above the national average.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Castlewood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Castlewood has a population of 1,120 with a density of 156 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age is 57.7 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.7% female and 44.3% male. The city is predominantly White (99.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.6% of residents. 4.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 50.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,120
Total Population
156
People / sq mi
57.7yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
7.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Castlewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Castlewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Castlewood is $58,958, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,838 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $929, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 565 business establishments, including 34 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 8.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Castlewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,958
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,838
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$55,630
Gini Index0.455 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)565
County GDP$904M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare70
Retail77
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,915
45% below US avg
Cost of Living101.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Castlewood is $163,300, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,638. Monthly rent averages $740 (36% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,181 for a one-bedroom to $1,369 for a two-bedroom apartment. 76.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 743 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $1,915 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,300
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,638

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$740
36% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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

Homeownership76.2%
Owner-Occupied76.2%
Renter-Occupied23.8%
Housing Units743
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,915
45% below US avg
Effective Rate1.17%
In Castlewood, 39.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.8% of residents, above the national average. 35.3% have high blood pressure. 19.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.2% report binge drinking. 28.3% are physically inactive. 28.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.9% experience frequent mental distress. 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,839. The dentist ratio is 1:8,483. 48.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,839
Dentists1:8,483
Mental Health1:910
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits56.7%
Premature Death12,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities70
Castlewood has a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,151 per 100,000, 61% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Castlewood receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent105.0/100K
72% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,151.3/100K
61% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents45
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Castlewood experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. The city sits at an elevation of 1,744 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,744 ft (532 m)
Area7.2 sq mi (18.6 km²)
Population Density156/sq mi
Coordinates36.8801°N, 82.2953°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyRussell County County
Nearest AirportFoothills Regional (MRN)
83 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above US avg
Snowfall 12.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.69"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.07"

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score36.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability69.8 / 100
Community Resilience10.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave No Rating
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

64 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.7 on May 22, 2024.

Nov 10, 2012 6 km W of Blackey, Kentucky M4.2 73 km
Aug 17, 1990 9 km NNW of Loyall, Kentucky M4.0 97 km
Jul 30, 1997 6 km NNE of Tazewell, Tennessee M3.8 119 km
Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 74 km
Feb 12, 1994 10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia M3.4 28 km
Mar 5, 2019 7 km NE of Maynardville, Tennessee M3.4 144 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km S of New Market, Tennessee M3.2 149 km
Nov 8, 1990 5 km SW of Blackey, Kentucky M3.2 70 km
Jan 17, 1999 7 km NNW of Flat Lick, Kentucky M3.1 134 km
Apr 29, 2018 10 km WSW of Bean Station, Tennessee M3.1 117 km
Jul 7, 1995 3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee M3.0 60 km
Apr 13, 2001 11 km W of Sneedville, Tennessee M3.0 101 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 113 km
Jul 17, 2019 7 km SW of New Tazewell, Tennessee M3.0 132 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 135 km
Apr 5, 2005 1 km SE of Blaine, Tennessee M2.9 149 km
Aug 14, 2009 4 km ENE of Nickelsville, Virginia M2.9 14 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 98 km
May 20, 2023 Kentucky-Tennessee border region M2.8 141 km
Mar 6, 2006 3 km W of Burnsville, North Carolina M2.8 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Hugo (1989, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1989 Hugo Category 1 265 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

88 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 8 fatalities, 168 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 40 km 3
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 93 km 2
Jul 10, 1980 EF3 76 km 0
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 34 km 1
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 61 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 75 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 31 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 32 km 0
Jul 6, 1980 EF2 91 km 0
Jan 25, 1975 EF2 48 km 0
Apr 22, 1967 EF2 83 km 0
Apr 9, 1965 EF2 84 km 0
Jun 3, 1962 EF2 32 km 0
Apr 8, 1957 EF2 71 km 0
Mar 5, 1955 EF2 69 km 0
Sep 25, 2024 EF1 100 km 0
Sep 24, 2024 EF1 85 km 0
Aug 14, 2023 EF1 78 km 0
Aug 7, 2023 EF1 94 km 0
May 16, 2023 EF1 72 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (66,345 ac, 1987).

Year Name Acres Distance
1987 UNNAMED 66,345 75 km
1987 UNNAMED 41,794 83 km
1987 UNNAMED 32,565 65 km
1987 UNNAMED 27,317 97 km
1991 UNNAMED 22,282 63 km
1991 TUG RIVER 20,813 86 km
1999 UNNAMED 17,759 89 km
1991 UNNAMED 17,406 67 km
1999 UNNAMED 17,328 65 km
1994 UNNAMED 15,526 57 km
1987 UNNAMED 15,138 66 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,264 91 km
1987 UNNAMED 13,124 96 km
1991 UNNAMED 11,117 79 km
1999 UNNAMED 10,990 55 km
1987 UNNAMED 9,572 50 km
1999 UNNAMED 9,384 74 km
1991 UNNAMED 9,084 48 km
1987 PINE CREEK 8,864 97 km
1994 SCISSORSVILLE BRANCH 8,711 82 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.4 in
March 44°F (7°C) 3.9 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
June 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in
September 65°F (19°C) 3.5 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.1 in Driest
November 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.3 in

Castlewood has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 34°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and October the driest (3.1").

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Castlewood is located in Russell County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 15.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 83.6% of the vote, a 67.5-point margin. 72.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 70 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.6%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 67.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents45
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+88.7%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density156/sq mi
Total Area7.2 sq mi
CountyRussell County County

Services

Broadband Access72.7%
Avg Download Speed174.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed8.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants34
Retail Stores77

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%
Average costs for common services in Castlewood. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $253 ($152–$404)
Specialist Visit $354 ($202–$556)
Urgent Care Visit $202 ($101–$354)
Emergency Room Visit $2,224 ($809–$5,055)
Dental Cleaning $131 ($76–$202)
Dental Filling $253 ($152–$404)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $46 ($25–$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $76 ($51–$121)
Brake Pad Replacement $303 ($152–$506)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$76)
New Tires (Set of 4) $607 ($404–$1,011)
Battery Replacement $202 ($101–$354)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $101 ($61–$152)
Electrician (Per Hour) $91 ($51–$142)
HVAC Repair $404 ($152–$809)
HVAC System Install $7,077 ($4,044–$12,132)
Roof Repair $1,011 ($404–$2,022)
Roof Replacement $9,099 ($5,561–$15,165)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,517 ($506–$3,539)
Divorce (Contested) $15,165 ($5,055–$30,330)
DUI Defense $5,055 ($2,022–$10,110)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,517 ($809–$3,033)
Will Preparation $506 ($202–$1,011)
Trust Preparation $2,528 ($1,011–$5,055)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut $56 ($30–$101)
Hair Coloring (Full) $152 ($76–$253)
Manicure $25 ($15–$46)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$66)
Massage (1 Hour) $81 ($51–$131)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.15 ($3.03–$5.56)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.54 ($2.53–$5.06)
Loaf of Bread $3.84 ($2.53–$5.56)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.55 ($3.03–$6.57)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.56 ($4.04–$7.58)
Rice (per lb) $1.01 ($0.61–$1.82)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $142 ($81–$253)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $71 ($30–$152)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $71 ($40–$121)
Internet (Monthly) $71 ($40–$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $66 ($30–$101)
Cable TV (Monthly) $86 ($51–$152)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $202 ($76–$506)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,022 ($1,213–$3,539)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $71 ($30–$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.09–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $101 ($30–$253)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$76)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,213 ($607–$2,528)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,011 ($506–$2,022)
After-School Care (Monthly) $404 ($202–$708)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $51 ($25–$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,011 ($404–$2,528)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,638 ($5,055–$30,330)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $61 ($30–$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $101 ($51–$202)
Dog Grooming $61 ($30–$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter $303 ($152–$506)
Cat Spay/Neuter $202 ($101–$404)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$513
Toddler$433
Preschool$433
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$403
Toddler$390
Preschool$390
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Russell County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 736 61 $32,654 1.20
Construction 516 42 $59,613 1.60
Manufacturing 451 10 $47,357 0.89
Professional & Technical Services 404 32 $71,396 0.94
Mining & Oil/Gas 230 9 $75,150 9.89
Finance & Insurance 170 30 $58,346 0.68
Other Services 170 47 $48,050 0.92
Transportation & Warehousing 147 39 $47,883 0.56
Agriculture & Forestry 40 12 $44,763 0.80
Real Estate 19 11 $32,943 0.20

Schools in Castlewood

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CASTLEWOOD HIGH High 314 30 10.5:1
Castlewood Elementary Elementary 237 25 9.5:1
Copper Creek Elementary Elementary 122 9 13.6:1
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Radio Stations near Castlewood

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Castlewood

13 campgrounds found near Castlewood.

NameRatingSitesPrice
BACKBONE ROCK RECREATION AREA PAVILIONS 4.9/5 1 $50
BACKBONE ROCK CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 11 $10–$20
Jacobs Creek Campground (TN) 4.5/5 27 $12
POUND RIVER CAMPGROUND (VA) 4.5/5 27 $20–$26
LITTLE OAK CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 66 $10
CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) 4.0/5 31 $20–$24
LOWER TWIN CAMPGROUND (VA) 3.7/5 33 $20–$24
FLATWOODS GROUP PICNIC AREA 2.0/5 1 Free
Bark Camp 1 Free
Cane Patch 1 Free
High Knob Campground 1 Free
JOHN W. FLANNAGAN DAY USE 2 $50
PHILLIP'S CREEK GROUP PICNIC AREA 4 $25

National Parks Near Castlewood

32 national parks and monuments found near Castlewood.

ParkTypeFee
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Bear Paw State Natural Area State Park Free
Beech Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Breaks Interstate Park State Park Free
Clinch River State Park State Park Free
Clinch River State Park State Park Free
Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Free
Dawkins Line Rail Trail State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Grandfather Mountain State Park State Park Free
Grayson Highlands State Park State Park Free
Hungry Mother State Park State Park Free
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park State Park Free
John And Landon Carter House State Park State Park Free
Kingdom Come State Park State Park Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Mount Jefferson State Natural Area State Park Free
Natural Tunnel State Park State Park Free
NC Division of Parks and Recreation Conservation Land State Park Free
New River State Park State Park Free
Paintsville Lake State Park State Park Free
Panther State Forest State Park Free
Pineola State Natural Area State Park Free
South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park State Park Free
Southwest Virginia Museum State Park State Park Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Sycamore Shoals State Park Free
Twin Falls Resort State Park State Park Free
Warriors Path State Park Free
Yellow Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free

Trails Near Castlewood

79 trails found near Castlewood.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
IRON MOUNTAIN 16.4
FLATWOODS HORSE TRAIL 13.8
HOLSTON MOUNTAIN TRAIL 7.5
VIRGINIA CREEPER 6.2 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
DEVILS FORK 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HOLSTON MOUNTAIN WEST 5.8
GUEST RIVER GORGE 5.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
MAYKING LOOP 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
AUSTIN GAP 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OLD DUG RD 3.1
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 2.8 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
JOSIAH HIKING TRAIL 2.4
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MORRELL TRAIL 2.1
BARTEE BRANCH 2.1
BACKBONE ROCK 2.0
PINE MOUNTAIN 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BARK CAMP LAKE 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.8 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
COUNTS CABIN 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.7 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SHORT SPUR 1.7
LITTLE OAK 1.6
BARK CAMP LAKE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAUREL FORK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DARK HOLLOW 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FLINT MILL 1.3
PHILLIPS CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE STONY 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE STONY 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
STRAIGHT FORK RIDGE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE OAK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 1.1
HIGH KNOB LOOP 1.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 1.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HIGH KNOB LAKE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TENNESSEE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.9 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
RED FOX 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FURNACE BRANCH 0.8
BOBS GAP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JOSIAH HORSE TRAIL 0.7
STRAIGHT FORK RIDGE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.6 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KITCHEN ROCK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.6 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
DEVILS FORK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE STONY 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BOBS GAP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JACOBS TRAIL 0.4
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GUEST RIVER GORGE 0.4 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BACKBONE FALLS TRAIL 0.3
DEVILS FORK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BARK CAMP LAKE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAUREL FORK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Castlewood

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SCOTT COUNTY REGIONAL HORSE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION240 CUB CREEK LANE$44,126
DICKENSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION128 FFA STREET2769266355
FLANARY HISTORICAL SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF RUSSELLHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Castlewood

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
RUSSELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY248 W MAIN STREET0.048,673

Farmers Markets in Castlewood

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Coeburn Farmers MarketFront Street and Grand Ave.Sat: 1:00 PM-4:30 PM;
Nickelsville Farmers Market11826 Nickelsville Hwy06/28/2013 to 10/18/2013Fri: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;
People's Market of LebanonLebanon Elementary & Middle Schools

Restaurants in Castlewood

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Palenque Mexican Grill
El Primo

Gas Stations in Castlewood

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Marathon
Shell

Banks in Castlewood

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

New Peoples Bank

Cell Towers in Castlewood

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2669 MORNING STAR CIRCLEGTOWER107

Fire Stations in Castlewood

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Castlewood Fire & Rescue, Inc.Donnie Dean DRVolunteer276-762-0242
Copper Creek-Maccasin Volunteer Fire Department8195 S 71Volunteer276-794-7773

Bridges in Castlewood

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete1947903,142G
Tee BeamConcrete19471443,004F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19741553,004F
SlabConcrete1932232,743F
SlabConcrete1932232,743F
SlabConcrete197632707F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1980377559F
SlabConcrete199227559G
SlabConcrete197026360G
SlabConcrete199349216G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197369216F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197127190F
SlabConcrete200044190F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193235190G
SlabConcrete20083142G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19933814F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19713314F

Superfund Sites Near Castlewood

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
LOUISIANA-PACIFIC CORPORATIONHIGHWAY 65 SOUTHSCOTT
LOUISIANA-PACIFIC CORPORATIONHIGHWAY 65 SOUTHSCOTT
WOLF HILLS ENERGY14555 INDUSTRIAL PARK RDWASHINGTON

Airports Near Castlewood

34 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA AirportTRIMedium Airport
Belcher Regional AirportSmall Airport
Boone Inc AirportSmall Airport
Catron FieldSmall Airport
Center FieldSmall Airport
Crumley FieldSmall Airport
Darnell's FieldSmall Airport
Darnell's Landings AirportSmall Airport
Elizabethton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Elk River AirportSmall Airport
Flaglor AirportSmall Airport
Flying W AirportSmall Airport
Greeneville Municipal AirportGCYSmall Airport
Hawkins County AirportSmall Airport
Hensley AirparkSmall Airport
Indian Springs AirportSmall Airport
Johnson City AirportSmall Airport
Johnson County AirportSmall Airport
Kee FieldSmall Airport
King Fisher FieldSmall Airport
Kite FieldSmall Airport
Lonesome Pine AirportLNPSmall Airport
Mountain View AirportSmall Airport
Murphy FieldSmall Airport
Pike County Airport Hatcher FieldPVLSmall Airport
Roach Farm AirportSmall Airport
South Fork FieldSmall Airport
Southfork AirportSmall Airport
Srigley Field AirstripSmall Airport
Tazewell County AirportSmall Airport
Tommy's Field AirportSmall Airport
Virginia Highlands AirportVJISmall Airport
Ward Farms AirportSmall Airport
White Oak Stand AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Castlewood

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Coeburn Police Department114 Front Street East
Damascus Police Department
Lebanon Police Department

Grocery Stores in Castlewood

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 21870Other25043 Hwy 58
Puff & Snuff Inc 4Convenience Store18898 US Highway 58
Roadrunner Market 6064Convenience Store19444 US Hwy 58

Post Offices in Castlewood

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Castlewood Post Office19366 US Highway 58 Alternate

Treatment Centers in Castlewood

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CMCSB Alcohol Detox/Residential Servs - The LaurelsBoth276-964-6702
CMCSB Russell Co - Satellite OfficeSubstance Abuse276-889-3785
SaVida Health - LebanonBoth540-443-0114

DOL Wage Violations in Castlewood

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $172 in back wages owed to 3 employees.

1
Violations
$172
Back Wages Owed
3
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Community Medical Care (Castlewood) 24224 1 $172 $57 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Castlewood

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BRICK BAPTIST CHURCH1787 BRICK CHURCH CIR
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECYPO BOX 384
EMMANUEL CHAPEL CHURCHPO BOX 562
HOUSE OF THE LORD WELCOME48 CROSS ST
NEW CASTLEWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH479 HERALDS VALLEY RD
RINGS CHAPEL BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 923

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Mines
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Historic Markers
4
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Castlewood

What is the population of Castlewood?

Castlewood has a population of 1,120 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 156 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.7% female and 44.3% male.

Is Castlewood expensive to live in?

Castlewood has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $58,958, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $163,300 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Castlewood safe?

Castlewood is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,151 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Castlewood receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Castlewood?

Castlewood has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches, with 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in Castlewood?

The job market in Castlewood is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $929. There are 565 business establishments in the area, including 34 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 8.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Castlewood?

The median home value in Castlewood is $163,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,638. For renters, the median monthly rent is $740. Fair market rent is $1,181 for a 1-bedroom and $1,369 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 76.2%. The average annual property tax is $1,915.

How are the schools in Castlewood?

Schools in Castlewood score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.5% of adults in Castlewood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. 5.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Castlewood?

The obesity rate in Castlewood is 39.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.3% of adults are smokers. 28.3% are physically inactive. 28.0% of residents report depression. 10.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 48.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,839.

What is transportation like in Castlewood?

The average commute in Castlewood is 27 minutes. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Castlewood?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Castlewood is 99.8% White. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 4.4% of the population are military veterans. 50.2% of residents have a disability. 95.3% have health insurance coverage.

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