East Stone Gap, VA

Virginia

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

4.3 /5.0
A Great
792 Population 1,467/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $21,317 per capita
$113,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
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
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/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

792
Total Population
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 Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
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.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$21,317
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$50,964

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)231

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare49
Retail37
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in East Stone Gap is $113,800, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied82.2%

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

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

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death21,701/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Crime Rates: East Stone Gap vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

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 Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.0 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall9.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,573 ft (479 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,467/sq mi
Coordinates36.8657°N, 82.7435°W
County FIPS51720
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+83.4%
School Test Score5.58
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,467/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants30
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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