Virginia
Emporia is a small city in Virginia with a population of 5,633. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.
Based on current data, Emporia receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Emporia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Emporia is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Emporia is $131,100, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,060 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 526 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,972 per 100,000, 154% above the national average.
15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Emporia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 94.6% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.4% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,375 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,570 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $794 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $42,247 |
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.0% |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 270 |
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 45 |
| Retail | 47 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,089 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.59% |
| Commute Time | 23.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
| Census Median | $131,100 |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $152,678 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,060 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Studio | $764 |
| 1 Bedroom | $769 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,392 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,679 |
| Owner-Occupied | 38.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,089 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.59% |
| Obesity | 45.0% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.2% |
| Asthma | 13.1% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.8% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 21.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.9% |
| Premature Death | 21,098/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 45 |
| Total Violent | 526.2/100K |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Murder | 36.3/100K |
| 476% above US avg | |
| Rape | 54.4/100K |
| Robbery | 90.7/100K |
| Assault | 344.8/100K |
| Total Property | 4,971.9/100K |
| 154% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 544.4/100K |
| Theft | 4,336.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 90.7/100K |
| Arson | 36.3/100K |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.7°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.2 inches |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 100 ft (30 m) |
| Area | 6.6 sq mi (17.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 850/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.6962°N, 77.5360°W |
| County FIPS | 51595 |
Winner: Democrat by 31 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.2% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.58 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 850/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 45 |
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Retail Stores | 47 |
| Avg Commute | 23.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |