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
6.1%
69% 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%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,317
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty0.0%
Housing
Home Value$113,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease6.8%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain56.0 in/yr
Elevation1,573 ft
Education
A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+83.4%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
CommuteN/A
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. 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
The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
East Stone Gap has a population of 792 with a density of 1,467 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).
Population
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
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
The median household income in East Stone Gap is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: East Stone Gap vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $21,317 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $879 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,964 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.1% |
| 69% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 231 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Healthcare | 49 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
The median home value in East Stone Gap is $113,800, 60% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $113,800 |
| 60% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
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
Property Tax
In East Stone Gap, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.2% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: East Stone Gap vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.4% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.7% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.1% |
| Depression | 29.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 21,701/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 49 |
Crime Rates: East Stone Gap vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
East Stone Gap has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 54.5°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.0 inches |
| 47% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 9.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,573 ft (479 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,467/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8657°N, 82.7435°W |
| County FIPS | 51720 |