Home Value
$107,700
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.9%
97% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
46.3%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
25.0%
102% higher than US avg
How Daviston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population263
Median Age64.1 yrs
Density204/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 27%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,753
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$1,067M
Commute29 min
Housing
Home Value$107,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity46.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease7.9%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.7 in/yr
Elevation38 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+0.9%
High School+49.8%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute29 min
Libraries4
Is Daviston a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Daviston receives an overall livability score of 1.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Daviston faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Daviston is $107,700, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.
Education
0.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Daviston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Daviston has a population of 263 with a density of 204 people per square mile. The median age is 64.1 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (72.6%), with 27.4% White.
Population
64.1yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Daviston is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $27,753 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $953 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $42,956 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 25.0% |
| 102% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 640 |
| County GDP | $1,067M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 51 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,171 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.02% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.5 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Daviston is $107,700, 62% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $107,700 |
| 62% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,171 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.02% |
In Daviston, 46.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 38.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Daviston vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 46.3% |
| 44% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 19.0% |
| Heart Disease | 7.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 44.1% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 10.9% |
| Stroke | 5.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.1% |
| Depression | 23.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.7% |
| Physical Distress | 18.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 66.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.0% |
| Premature Death | 15,828/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 24.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 51 |
Crime Rates: Daviston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Daviston has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.5°F |
| 18% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 50.7 inches |
| 33% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 38 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 204/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8862°N, 79.3718°W |
| County FIPS | 45089 |