Clintwood, VA

Virginia

Clintwood is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,478. Residents earn $44,985 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,478 Population 711/sq mi density
$44,985 Median Income $26,794 per capita
$131,400 Home Value $117,026 Zillow
$719 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
221 Violent Crime/100K 1,771 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$44,985 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,400 home value, $719/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
221 violent crimes/100K (42% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,985
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,400
53% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 221/100K
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $719
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,478
Median Age52.3 yrs
Density711/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,985
Per Capita$26,794
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$851M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,400
Rent$719
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$117,026

Crime

F
Violent221/100K
Property1,771/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault221/100K
Burglary148/100K

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Elevation1,907 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+85.4%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 19%
Commute18 min
Libraries2

Is Clintwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clintwood receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Clintwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clintwood is $44,985, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clintwood is $131,400, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $719 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Clintwood is below the national average at 221 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,771 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Clintwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches, including 38.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Clintwood has a population of 1,478 with a density of 711 people per square mile. The median age is 52.3 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 3.8% Black.

Population

1,478
Total Population
711
People / sq mi
52.3yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Clintwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clintwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clintwood is $44,985, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Clintwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,985
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,794
Avg Weekly Wage$1,032
IRS Avg AGI$52,360

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)326
County GDP$851M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare26
Retail40
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clintwood is $131,400, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $719 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,026.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,400
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$117,026

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$719
38% 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-Occupied64.9%

Property Tax

In Clintwood, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death13,595/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access57.6%
Healthcare Facilities26
Clintwood has a violent crime rate of 221 per 100,000 residents, 42% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,771 per 100,000 (10% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent221.4/100K
42% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault221.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,771.2/100K
10% below US avg
Burglary147.6/100K
Theft1,623.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Clintwood has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall38.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,907 ft (581 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density711/sq mi
Coordinates37.1530°N, 82.4599°W
County FIPS51051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.9%
D 18.7%

Winner: Republican by 62.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+85.4%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density711/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants13
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Work from Home10.0%

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