Dungannon, VA

Virginia

Dungannon is a small town in Virginia with a population of 278.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
278 Population 772/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $17,552 per capita
$78,500 Home Value $118,282 Zillow
$556 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $78,500
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $556
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.0%
142% higher than US avg

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

People

Population278
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density772/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$17,552
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty30.0%
Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$78,500
Rent$556
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$118,282
Rent Burden42.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation1,315 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+77.6%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute30 min

Is Dungannon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dungannon receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Dungannon has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 30.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dungannon is $78,500, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $556 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Dungannon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Dungannon has a population of 278 with a density of 772 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

278
Total Population
772
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dungannon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dungannon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dungannon is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Dungannon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$17,552
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$50,964

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.0%
142% above US avg
Establishments (County)231

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare49
Retail37
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Dungannon is $78,500, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $556 (52% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $118,282.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,500
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$118,282

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$556
52% below US avg
Rent Burden42.5%

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-Occupied56.7%

Property Tax

In Dungannon, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.7% report depression. 34.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure38.4%
Asthma12.4%
COPD11.9%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity34.7%
Depression30.7%
Mental Distress23.3%
Physical Distress19.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death21,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities49

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Dungannon has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall12.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,315 ft (401 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density772/sq mi
Coordinates36.8284°N, 82.4681°W
County FIPS51720
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+77.6%
School Test Score5.58
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density772/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants30
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Work from Home1.6%

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