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Fries, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Galax city County
Fries, VA
At a Glance
How Fries Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fries's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fries a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fries residents earn a median household income of $29,853 , which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,202. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 400 business establishments, including 33 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fries is $104,200 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $143,790. Median rent is $346/month, with 33.2% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Fries reports 108 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 72% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 862/100K.
Education
20.9% of adults in Fries hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 86.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fries 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.