Virginia
Fieldale is a small town in Virginia with a population of 797. Residents earn $43,450 per year, which is 42% below the national average.
Based on current data, Fieldale receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fieldale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Fieldale is $43,450, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Fieldale is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $782 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Fieldale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 9.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $43,450 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,923 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $836 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,699 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.5% |
| 106% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 959 |
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 105 |
| Retail | 81 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,850 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.38% |
| Commute Time | 18.7 min |
| Work from Home | 14.2% |
| Census Median | $65,000 |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $108,911 |
| Median List Price | $182,425 |
| Median List Price | $182,425 |
| $/Sq Ft | $44 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
| Census Median Rent | $782 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
| Owner-Occupied | 78.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,850 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.38% |
| Obesity | 43.4% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.5% |
| Asthma | 12.3% |
| COPD | 10.8% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.8% |
| Depression | 28.4% |
| Mental Distress | 22.7% |
| Physical Distress | 18.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 19,661/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 105 |
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.4 inches |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 9.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 773 ft (236 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 514/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7009°N, 79.9424°W |
| County FIPS | 51690 |
Winner: Democrat by 22.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 7.2% |
| 79% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.58 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 514/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 105 |
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Retail Stores | 81 |
| Avg Commute | 18.7 min |
| Work from Home | 14.2% |