East Stone Gap, VA

Virginia · Norton city

East Stone Gap is a small town in Virginia with a population of 792.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026

4.3 /5.0
A Great
792 Population 1,467/sq mi density
$113,800 Home Value $138,554 Zillow
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Home Value $113,800
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.5%
164% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How East Stone Gap Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population792
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density1,467/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Per Capita$21,317
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty0.0%

Housing

Home Value$113,800
Ownership82.2%
Zillow$138,554
Housing Units323
Rent Burden27.6%

Health

Obesity42.4%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking19.4%
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain56.0 in/yr
Elevation1,573 ft (479 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+83.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Broadband84.4%
EV Stations1

Is East Stone Gap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Stone Gap receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. East Stone Gap stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Stone Gap is $113,800, 60% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

East Stone Gap experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches, including 9.2 inches of snow.

East Stone Gap has a population of 792 with a density of 1,467 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 39.8% female and 60.2% male. The city is predominantly White (95.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 0.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 25.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

792
Total Population
2023 Census
1,467
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.2%
Female 39.8%

Race & Ethnicity

East Stone Gap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Stone Gap vs U.S. Average

Per capita income is $21,317 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $879, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 231 business establishments, including 30 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: East Stone Gap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,317
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$50,964
Gini Index0.524 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)231

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare49
Retail37
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living101.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in East Stone Gap is $113,800, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,554, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,181 for a one-bedroom to $1,369 for a two-bedroom apartment. 82.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 323 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1994. 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,800
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,554

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.6%

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

Homeownership82.2%
Owner-Occupied82.2%
Renter-Occupied17.8%
Housing Units323
Median Year Built1994

Property Tax

In East Stone Gap, 42.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.8% of residents, above the national average. 35.7% have high blood pressure. 19.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.7% report binge drinking. 29.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 29.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.8% experience frequent mental distress. 5.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,222. The dentist ratio is 1:722. 92.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 4.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: East Stone Gap vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,222
Dentists1:722
Mental Health1:205
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death21,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities49
East Stone Gap experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,573 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Geography

Elevation1,573 ft (479 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,467/sq mi
Coordinates36.8657°N, 82.7435°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyNorton city County
Nearest AirportFoothills Regional (MRN)
96 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.0"
47% above US avg
Snowfall 9.2"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.53"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.14"

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score1.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability85.3 / 100
Community Resilience47.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave No Rating
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

84 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 19, 2025.

Nov 10, 2012 6 km W of Blackey, Kentucky M4.2 41 km
Aug 17, 1990 9 km NNW of Loyall, Kentucky M4.0 58 km
Jul 30, 1997 6 km NNE of Tazewell, Tennessee M3.8 82 km
Jan 20, 2020 2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee M3.8 124 km
Sep 17, 2004 8 km ESE of Corbin, Kentucky M3.7 112 km
Feb 12, 1994 10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia M3.4 67 km
Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 113 km
Mar 5, 2019 7 km NE of Maynardville, Tennessee M3.4 109 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 144 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km S of New Market, Tennessee M3.2 120 km
Nov 8, 1990 5 km SW of Blackey, Kentucky M3.2 37 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km N of Sevierville, Tennessee M3.2 123 km
Jan 27, 2009 4 km NE of Williamsburg, Kentucky M3.2 124 km
Jan 17, 1999 7 km NNW of Flat Lick, Kentucky M3.1 94 km
Apr 29, 2018 10 km WSW of Bean Station, Tennessee M3.1 86 km
Nov 24, 2012 7 km NE of Sevierville, Tennessee M3.0 125 km
Apr 13, 2001 11 km W of Sneedville, Tennessee M3.0 65 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 125 km
Jul 7, 1995 3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee M3.0 91 km
Jul 17, 2019 7 km SW of New Tazewell, Tennessee M3.0 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Hugo (1989, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1989 Hugo Category 1 283 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

110 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 16 fatalities, 237 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 93 km 6
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 75 km 3
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 85 km 2
May 9, 1988 EF3 94 km 1
Jul 10, 1980 EF3 82 km 0
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 73 km 1
Mar 2, 2012 EF2 89 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 86 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 64 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 71 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 87 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 28 km 0
May 18, 1995 EF2 80 km 0
Jul 6, 1980 EF2 55 km 0
Jan 25, 1975 EF2 87 km 0
Apr 22, 1967 EF2 74 km 0
Mar 12, 1967 EF2 83 km 1
Jun 3, 1962 EF2 57 km 0
Apr 8, 1957 EF2 67 km 0
Mar 5, 1955 EF2 45 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (66,345 ac, 1987).

Year Name Acres Distance
1987 UNNAMED 66,345 65 km
1987 UNNAMED 66,145 86 km
1987 UNNAMED 41,794 99 km
1987 UNNAMED 32,565 76 km
1991 UNNAMED 22,282 82 km
2001 UNNAMED 18,013 75 km
1999 UNNAMED 17,759 71 km
1991 UNNAMED 17,406 51 km
1999 UNNAMED 17,328 50 km
1994 UNNAMED 15,526 50 km
1987 UNNAMED 15,138 26 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,264 97 km
1987 UNNAMED 13,124 84 km
1987 UNNAMED 11,817 95 km
1991 UNNAMED 11,117 92 km
1999 UNNAMED 10,990 55 km
1987 UNNAMED 9,572 50 km
1999 UNNAMED 9,384 78 km
1991 UNNAMED 9,084 55 km
1987 UNNAMED 9,084 63 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 5.0 in
March 45°F (7°C) 5.4 in
April 54°F (12°C) 5.0 in
May 63°F (17°C) 5.1 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.6 in
July 74°F (23°C) 5.5 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 4.5 in
September 67°F (20°C) 3.8 in
October 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in Driest
November 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
December 37°F (3°C) 5.5 in Wettest

East Stone Gap has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 34°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.5") and October the driest (3.1").

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East Stone Gap is located in Norton city County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, a smaller urban community. 0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 71.5% of the vote, a 43.6-point margin. 84.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. 49 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+83.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.58
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K
Population Density1,467/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyNorton city County

Services

Broadband Access84.4%
Avg Download Speed54.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed15.4 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants30
Retail Stores37

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in East Stone Gap. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $253 ($152-$404)
Specialist Visit $354 ($202-$556)
Urgent Care Visit $202 ($101-$354)
Emergency Room Visit $2,224 ($809-$5,055)
Dental Cleaning $131 ($76-$202)
Dental Filling $253 ($152-$404)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $46 ($25-$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $76 ($51-$121)
Brake Pad Replacement $303 ($152-$506)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20-$76)
New Tires (Set of 4) $607 ($404-$1,011)
Battery Replacement $202 ($101-$354)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $101 ($61-$152)
Electrician (Per Hour) $91 ($51-$142)
HVAC Repair $404 ($152-$809)
HVAC System Install $7,077 ($4,044-$12,132)
Roof Repair $1,011 ($404-$2,022)
Roof Replacement $9,099 ($5,561-$15,165)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,517 ($506-$3,539)
Divorce (Contested) $15,165 ($5,055-$30,330)
DUI Defense $5,055 ($2,022-$10,110)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,517 ($809-$3,033)
Will Preparation $506 ($202-$1,011)
Trust Preparation $2,528 ($1,011-$5,055)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15-$46)
Women's Haircut $56 ($30-$101)
Hair Coloring (Full) $152 ($76-$253)
Manicure $25 ($15-$46)
Pedicure $40 ($25-$66)
Massage (1 Hour) $81 ($51-$131)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.15 ($3.03-$5.56)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.54 ($2.53-$5.06)
Loaf of Bread $3.84 ($2.53-$5.56)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.55 ($3.03-$6.57)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.56 ($4.04-$7.58)
Rice (per lb) $1.01 ($0.61-$1.82)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $142 ($81-$253)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $71 ($30-$152)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $71 ($40-$121)
Internet (Monthly) $71 ($40-$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $66 ($30-$101)
Cable TV (Monthly) $86 ($51-$152)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $202 ($76-$506)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,022 ($1,213-$3,539)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $71 ($30-$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.09-$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $101 ($30-$253)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15-$76)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,213 ($607-$2,528)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,011 ($506-$2,022)
After-School Care (Monthly) $404 ($202-$708)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $51 ($25-$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,011 ($404-$2,528)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,638 ($5,055-$30,330)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $61 ($30-$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $101 ($51-$202)
Dog Grooming $61 ($30-$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20-$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter $303 ($152-$506)
Cat Spay/Neuter $202 ($101-$404)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$513
Toddler$520
Preschool$520
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$403
Toddler$390
Preschool$390
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Norton city

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 875 52 $53,355 1.99
Retail Trade 637 40 $29,210 2.08
Accommodation & Food Services 416 27 $20,405 1.49
Manufacturing 116 8 $40,899 0.46
Professional & Technical Services 101 14 $41,334 0.47
Wholesale Trade 80 8 $100,746 0.66
Other Services 54 15 $36,426 0.59
Finance & Insurance 36 9 $55,507 0.29
Real Estate 24 7 $46,750 0.50

Radio Stations near East Stone Gap

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near East Stone Gap

12 campgrounds found near East Stone Gap.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CARR CREEK LAKE SHELTERS 4.9/5 8 $60
LITTCARR CAMPGROUND 4.5/5 45 $24, $30
POUND RIVER CAMPGROUND (VA) 4.5/5 27 $20, $26
CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) 4.0/5 31 $20, $24
LOWER TWIN CAMPGROUND (VA) 3.7/5 33 $20, $24
FLATWOODS GROUP PICNIC AREA 2.0/5 1 Free
Bark Camp - 1 Free
Cane Patch - 1 Free
Cave Springs (VA) - 1 Free
High Knob Campground - 1 Free
JOHN W. FLANNAGAN DAY USE - 2 $50
PHILLIP'S CREEK GROUP PICNIC AREA - 4 $25

National Parks Near East Stone Gap

33 national parks and monuments found near East Stone Gap.

ParkTypeFee
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Bear Paw State Natural Area State Park Free
Beech Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Breaks Interstate Park State Park Free
Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park State Park Free
Clinch River State Park State Park Free
Clinch River State Park State Park Free
Cumberland Gap National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Free
Dawkins Line Rail Trail State Park Free
Grandfather Mountain State Park State Park Free
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park State Park Free
John And Landon Carter House State Park State Park Free
Kingdom Come State Park State Park Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Natural Bridge State Resort Park State Park Free
Natural Tunnel State Park State Park Free
NC Division of Parks and Recreation Conservation Land State Park Free
Paintsville Lake State Park State Park Free
Panther Creek State Park Free
Panther Creek State Park State Park Free
Panther State Forest State Park Free
Pine Mountain State Resort Park State Park Free
Pine Mountain State Scenic Trail State Park Free
Pineola State Natural Area State Park Free
Seven Islands State Park Free
Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park State Park Free
Southwest Virginia Museum State Park State Park Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Sycamore Shoals State Park Free
Warriors Path State Park Free
Wilderness Road State Park State Park Free
Yellow Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free

Trails Near East Stone Gap

70 trails found near East Stone Gap.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
WALLEN RIDGE 6.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DEVILS FORK 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GUEST RIVER GORGE 5.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - Yes -
STONE MOUNTAIN 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MAYKING LOOP 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
STONE MOUNTAIN 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
AUSTIN GAP 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LAKE KEOKEE LOOP 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
STONE MOUNTAIN 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PINE MOUNTAIN 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BARK CAMP LAKE 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
COUNTS CABIN 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PAYNE BRANCH 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BARK CAMP LAKE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PINE MOUNTAIN 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LAUREL FORK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DARK HOLLOW 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PHILLIPS CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LITTLE STONY 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LITTLE STONY 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
STRAIGHT FORK RIDGE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
OLINGER GAP 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 1.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - - Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 1.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - - Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
HIGH KNOB LAKE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.9 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - - Yes
RED FOX 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BOBS GAP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
STONE MOUNTAIN 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
STRAIGHT FORK RIDGE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
STONE MOUNTAIN 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.6 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - - Yes
STONE MOUNTAIN 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
KITCHEN ROCK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.6 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - - Yes
DEVILS FORK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LITTLE STONY 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BOBS GAP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WALLEN RIDGE 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GUEST RIVER GORGE 0.4 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - Yes -
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
DEVILS FORK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BARK CAMP LAKE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PAYNE BRANCH 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
STONE MOUNTAIN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LAUREL FORK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LAKE KEOKEE LOOP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LAKE KEOKEE LOOP 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -

Museums in East Stone Gap

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SCOTT COUNTY REGIONAL HORSE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION240 CUB CREEK LANE$44,126
WISE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONWISE COUNTY MAGISTRATE OFFICE 206 EAST MAIN STREET #2502763286451$2,400
CLINCH MOUNTAIN CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM236 HOMEPLACE DR4233602947
DANIEL BOONE WILDERNESS TRAILHISTORIC PRESERVATION2764524520
KENTUCKY COAL MINING MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM231 MAIN ST6068481530
LIBRARY GALLERYART MUSEUM5043281251
SLEMP GALLERYART MUSEUM
SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM10 WEST FIRST STREET NORTH5405231322

Libraries in East Stone Gap

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LONESOME PINE REGIONAL LIBRARY124 LIBRARY ROAD SW0.0323,550

Farmers Markets in East Stone Gap

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Big Stone Gap Farmers Market460 Shawnee Avenue05/04/2013 to 10/05/2013Sun: 9:30 AM-0:00 AM;Visit
Clinch River Farmers Market4th Street and Russell St.May to OctoberWed:2:00 AM - 5:00 PM;Sat:8:00 AM - 1:00 PM;
Norton Friends & Farmers Market815 Park Avenue, S.W.06/02/2015 to Tue: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;Yes
Town of Gate City Farmer's Market156 East Jackson StreetVisit
Wise Farmers' Market309 E. Main Street06/14/2018 to 10/04/2018Thu: 5:00 AM-7:00 PM;Visit

Hotels in East Stone Gap

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Quality Inn & Suites

Restaurants in East Stone Gap

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Huddle House
Little Mexico

Veterinaries in East Stone Gap

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Powell Valley Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in East Stone Gap

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Marathon

Cell Towers in East Stone Gap

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
103 TOWER HILL ROAD (76337)GTOWER95
Clinchport Site STATE ROAD 629TOWER86
52640 VETERANS MEMORIAL HIGHWAYLTOWER77
7401 Eagle Knob RoadTOWER61
(Irondale site) 274 DOGWOOD DRTOWER59
274 Dogwood DriveLTOWER59
SITE 25 EAGLE KNOTS COMMUNICATIONS COMPLEXTOWER55
FOREST ROAD 238 EAGLE KNOB MOUNTAINLTOWER49

Fire Stations in East Stone Gap

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Valley Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.1946 Tate Springs RDMostly volunteer276-523-1804

Bridges in East Stone Gap

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19782086,520F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19782086,520F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19813676,132F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19813676,132F
SlabConcrete19761043,310F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19931881,708F
CulvertSteel1993241,132F
FrameConcrete199853679G
SlabConcrete199544362F
CulvertConcrete199825238F
SlabConcrete19775499F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19322626F
SlabConcrete19683226G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20035226G

Superfund Sites Near East Stone Gap

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
LOUISIANA-PACIFIC CORPORATIONHIGHWAY 65 SOUTHSCOTT
LOUISIANA-PACIFIC CORPORATIONHIGHWAY 65 SOUTHSCOTT

Airports Near East Stone Gap

34 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Julian Carroll Airport-Medium Airport
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA AirportTRIMedium Airport
Belcher Regional Airport-Small Airport
Cantwell Airport-Small Airport
Center Field-Small Airport
Cloud 9 Aerodrome-Small Airport
Crumley Field-Small Airport
Darnell's Field-Small Airport
Darnell's Landings Airport-Small Airport
Duff Airport-Small Airport
Elizabethton Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Flaglor Airport-Small Airport
Flying W Airport-Small Airport
Greeneville Municipal AirportGCYSmall Airport
Hawkins County Airport-Small Airport
Hensley Airpark-Small Airport
Indian Springs Airport-Small Airport
Johnson City Airport-Small Airport
King Fisher Field-Small Airport
Kite Field-Small Airport
Lee County Airport-Small Airport
Lonesome Pine AirportLNPSmall Airport
Morristown Regional AirportMORSmall Airport
Mountain View Airport-Small Airport
Murphy Field-Small Airport
Pike County Airport Hatcher FieldPVLSmall Airport
Roach Farm Airport-Small Airport
Southfork Airport-Small Airport
Srigley Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Tommy's Field Airport-Small Airport
Tucker Guthrie Memorial Airport-Small Airport
Virginia Highlands AirportVJISmall Airport
Ward Farms Airport-Small Airport
Wendell H Ford Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in East Stone Gap

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Big Stone Gap Police Department505 East 5th Street South

Grocery Stores in East Stone Gap

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
BLACK DIAMOND 7Convenience Store3443 Gilley Avenue East
Dollar Tree 1174Other1941 Neeley Rd
Scotchman 3467Convenience Store900 Gilley Ave E

Post Offices in East Stone Gap

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
East Stone Gap Post Office3911 East Stone Gap Road

Treatment Centers in East Stone Gap

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Addiction Recovery Care (ARC) - Lydias HouseSubstance Abuse606-638-0938
Frontier Health Inc - Wise County Behavioral Health ServicesBoth276-523-8300 x8318
Health Connect AmericaBoth276-644-7690

DOL Wage Violations in East Stone Gap

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $6,084 in back wages owed to 2 employees.

1
Violations
$6,084
Back Wages Owed
2
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Valley Volunteer Fire Department - - 24246 - 1 $6,084 $3,042 2

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Mines Near East Stone Gap

4 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near East Stone Gap.

Name Description
Bryson Cole Surface Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned)
Mine No 3 Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)
No 1 Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned)
No 1 Mine Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed)

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Frequently Asked Questions About East Stone Gap

What is the population of East Stone Gap?

East Stone Gap has a population of 792 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 1,467 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 39.8% female and 60.2% male.

Is East Stone Gap expensive to live in?

East Stone Gap has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100). The median home value is $113,800 (60% below the U.S. median).

What is the weather like in East Stone Gap?

East Stone Gap has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 56.0 inches, with 9.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in East Stone Gap?

The job market in East Stone Gap faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $879. There are 231 business establishments in the area, including 30 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in East Stone Gap?

The median home value in East Stone Gap is $113,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,554. The homeownership rate is 82.2%.

How are the schools in East Stone Gap?

Schools in East Stone Gap score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 0.0% of adults in East Stone Gap hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is East Stone Gap?

The obesity rate in East Stone Gap is 42.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.4% of adults are smokers. 29.1% are physically inactive. 29.2% of residents report depression. 5.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 92.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,222.

What are the demographics of East Stone Gap?

The racial and ethnic makeup of East Stone Gap is 95.2% White, 1% Black or African American. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 25.1% of residents have a disability. 94.3% have health insurance coverage.

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