Cumberland, VA

Virginia

Cumberland is a small town in Virginia with a population of 291.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
291 Population 70/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $41,909 per capita
$140,300 Home Value $281,438 Zillow
$1,064 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $140,300
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,064
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.9%
109% higher than US avg

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

People

Population291
Median Age69.6 yrs
Density70/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 40%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,909
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.9%
County GDP$232M
Commute66 min

Housing

Home Value$140,300
Rent$1,064
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$281,438
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Elevation404 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+91.1%
School Score4.86

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute66 min
Broadband49.4%
Libraries1

Is Cumberland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cumberland receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Cumberland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 66 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cumberland is $140,300, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,064 per month.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cumberland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches, including 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Cumberland has a population of 291 with a density of 70 people per square mile. The median age is 69.6 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (60.1%), with 39.9% White.

Population

291
Total Population
70
People / sq mi
69.6yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cumberland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cumberland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cumberland is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 66 minutes.

Income: Cumberland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,909
Avg Weekly Wage$884
IRS Avg AGI$55,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.9%
109% above US avg
Establishments (County)256
County GDP$232M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare12
Retail30
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,390
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time65.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cumberland is $140,300, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,064 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $281,438.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,300
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$281,438

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,064
9% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$812
1 Bedroom$817
2 Bedrooms$997
3 Bedrooms$1,195
4 Bedrooms$1,673

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,390
32% below US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In Cumberland, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure38.9%
Asthma12.9%
COPD7.6%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death9,215/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access37.6%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Cumberland has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall6.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation404 ft (123 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates37.4987°N, 78.2575°W
County FIPS51049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin. 49.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.8%
D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+91.1%
School Test Score4.86
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density70/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants11
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute65.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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