Floyd, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Floyd is a small town in Virginia with a population of 510. Residents earn $62,283 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
510 Population 1,109/sq mi density
$62,283 Median Income $43,305 per capita
$239,800 Home Value $294,947 Zillow
$717 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$62,283 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$239,800 home value, $717/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,283
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $239,800
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.8%
9% higher than US avg
Median Rent $717
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.3%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population510
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density1,109/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,283
Per Capita$43,305
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty18.3%
County GDP$536M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$239,800
Rent$717
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$294,947
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity33.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation2,458 ft (749 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.8%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.94

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute12 min
Broadband93.1%
EV Stations4
Libraries1

Is Floyd a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Floyd receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Floyd stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Floyd is $62,283, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 18.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Floyd is $239,800, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $717 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Floyd experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Floyd has a population of 510 with a density of 1,109 people per square mile. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 2% Black.

Population

510
Total Population
1,109
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Floyd vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.5%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.5%
7% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Floyd vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Floyd is $62,283, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Floyd vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,283
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,305
Avg Weekly Wage$793
IRS Avg AGI$64,452

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.3%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)520
County GDP$536M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare23
Retail52
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,024
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.2 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Floyd is $239,800, 15% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $717 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,947.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$239,800
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$294,947

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$717
38% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$830
1 Bedroom$834
2 Bedrooms$1,094
3 Bedrooms$1,312
4 Bedrooms$1,448

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,024
14% below US avg
Effective Rate1.26%
In Floyd, 33.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death8,542/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access27.1%
Healthcare Facilities23
Floyd has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,458 ft (749 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,109/sq mi
Coordinates36.9122°N, 80.3181°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51063
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 36.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.2-point margin. 93.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.1%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 37.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.8%
9% above US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.94
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,109/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.1%
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants20
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.2 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

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