Greenville, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Greenville is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,187. Residents earn $41,724 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,187 Population 324/sq mi density
$41,724 Median Income $20,363 per capita
$193,800 Home Value $298,478 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$41,724 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$193,800 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,724
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $193,800
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,187
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density324/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,724
Per Capita$20,363
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$193,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$298,478

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Elevation1,560 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute27 min
Libraries7

Is Greenville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Greenville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenville is $41,724, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenville is $193,800, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 21.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Greenville has a population of 1,187 with a density of 324 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 10% Black.

Population

1,187
Total Population
324
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.7%
Female 31.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Greenville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenville is $41,724, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Greenville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,724
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,363
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$72,405

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,031

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare111
Retail171
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,601
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenville is $193,800, 31% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $298,478.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,800
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$298,478

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied62.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,601
26% below US avg
Effective Rate1.34%
In Greenville, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death8,022/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access54.5%
Healthcare Facilities111

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Greenville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall21.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,560 ft (475 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density324/sq mi
Coordinates38.0035°N, 79.1539°W
County FIPS51015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.3%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 47.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density324/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants103
Retail Stores171

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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