Christiansburg, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Montgomery County County
Christiansburg, VA
At a Glance
How Christiansburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Christiansburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Christiansburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Christiansburg residents earn a median household income of $75,451 , which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,117. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,613 business establishments, including 229 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Christiansburg is $242,900 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $305,502. Median rent is $1,171/month, with 26.1% 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 1987.
Safety & Crime
Christiansburg reports 251 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 34% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,637/100K.
Education
45.5% of adults in Christiansburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% above the national average). 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Christiansburg has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches.