Farmville, VA

Virginia

Farmville is a small city in Virginia with a population of 7,613. Residents earn $40,282 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,613 Population 991/sq mi density
$40,282 Median Income $21,612 per capita
$223,700 Home Value $255,171 Zillow
$865 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
224 Violent Crime/100K 2,661 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$40,282 median income, 1.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$223,700 home value, $865/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
224 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,282
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $223,700
21% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 224/100K
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.5%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $865
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,613
Median Age26.5 yrs
Density991/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,282
Per Capita$21,612
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$995M
Commute21 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$223,700
Rent$865
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,171

Crime

F
Violent224/100K
Property2,661/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault87/100K
Burglary274/100K

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Elevation362 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.5%
High School+89.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute21 min
EV Stations6
Libraries1

Is Farmville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farmville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Farmville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farmville is $40,282, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farmville is $223,700, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Farmville is below the national average at 224 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,661 per 100,000, 36% above the national average.

Education

28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Farmville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches, including 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Farmville has a population of 7,613 with a density of 991 people per square mile. The median age is 26.5 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.6%), with 24.8% Black.

Population

7,613
Total Population
991
People / sq mi
26.5yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
7.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Farmville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Farmville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farmville is $40,282, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Farmville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,282
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,612
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$65,375

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)721
County GDP$995M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare79
Retail90
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,279
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Farmville is $223,700, 21% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $865 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,171.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$223,700
21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,171

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$865
26% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,425

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-Occupied36.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,279
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.02%
In Farmville, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Farmville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes15.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.9%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.0%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death10,738/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access78.9%
Healthcare Facilities79
Farmville has a violent crime rate of 224 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,661 per 100,000 (36% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent223.8/100K
41% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape87.0/100K
Robbery49.7/100K
Assault87.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,660.7/100K
36% above US avg
Burglary273.5/100K
Theft2,337.4/100K
Vehicle Theft49.7/100K
Arson24.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Farmville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall6.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation362 ft (110 m)
Area7.7 sq mi (19.9 km²)
Population Density991/sq mi
Coordinates37.2961°N, 78.4004°W
County FIPS51147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 48.2%

Winner: Republican by 2.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.5%
15% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score5.58
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density991/sq mi
Total Area7.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities79
Restaurants48
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Work from Home5.7%

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