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Fort Chiswell, VA
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Fort Chiswell, VA
At a Glance
How Fort Chiswell Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fort Chiswell's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fort Chiswell a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fort Chiswell residents earn a median household income of $85,147 , which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,785. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 654 business establishments, including 39 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fort Chiswell is $191,700 , 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $211,482. Median rent is $955/month, with 13.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1992.
Safety & Crime
Fort Chiswell reports 97 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,634/100K.
Education
8.5% of adults in Fort Chiswell hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 99.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fort Chiswell has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.