Fancy Gap, VA

Virginia

Fancy Gap is a small town in Virginia with a population of 243.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
243 Population 60/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $38,656 per capita
N/A Home Value $227,223 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population243
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density60/mi²
Male / Female75% / 26%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans14.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,656
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
Commute34 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
Ownership24.7%
Zillow$227,223

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation2,935 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute34 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries1

Is Fancy Gap a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fancy Gap experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 16.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Fancy Gap has a population of 243 with a density of 60 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

243
Total Population
60
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 74.5%
Female 25.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fancy Gap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fancy Gap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fancy Gap is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Fancy Gap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,656
Avg Weekly Wage$786
IRS Avg AGI$52,917

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)654

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare49
Retail82
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,270
35% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

24.7% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $227,223.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$227,223

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

Homeownership24.7%
Owner-Occupied24.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,270
35% below US avg
In Fancy Gap, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death10,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access59.4%
Healthcare Facilities49

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Fancy Gap has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall16.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,935 ft (895 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates36.6713°N, 80.7011°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 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 63.3-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 18.1%

Winner: Republican by 63.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density60/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants39
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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