Dillwyn, VA

Virginia

Dillwyn is a small town in Virginia with a population of 549. Residents earn $56,143 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
549 Population 858/sq mi density
$56,143 Median Income $28,595 per capita
$165,000 Home Value $239,339 Zillow
$745 Median Rent 26.1% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$56,143 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,000 home value, $745/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,143
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,000
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $745
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.2%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population549
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density858/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 39%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,143
Per Capita$28,595
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$698M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,000
Rent$745
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$239,339
Housing Units254
Rent Burden26.1%

Health

Obesity44.2%
Uninsured10.7%
Smoking18.0%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation584 ft (178 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+83.5%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute32 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries1

Is Dillwyn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dillwyn receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dillwyn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dillwyn is $56,143, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dillwyn is $165,000, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $745 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.

Education

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Dillwyn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Dillwyn has a population of 549 with a density of 858 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (59.6%), with 39.3% White.

Population

549
Total Population
858
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dillwyn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dillwyn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dillwyn is $56,143, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Dillwyn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,143
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,595
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$54,174

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)500
County GDP$698M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare11
Retail40
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,418
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.2 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Dillwyn is $165,000, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $745 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,339.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,000
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$239,339

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$745
36% below US avg
Rent Burden26.1%

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-Occupied73.9%
Housing Units254
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,418
31% below US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Dillwyn, 44.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.2%
38% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma12.5%
COPD7.6%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep41.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured10.7%
24% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.7%
Dental Visits61.0%
Premature Death11,285/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access32.7%
Healthcare Facilities11
Dillwyn has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density858/sq mi
Coordinates37.5405°N, 78.4612°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.5-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.2%
D 37.8%

Winner: Republican by 23.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+83.5%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score5.58
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density858/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants8
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.2 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

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