Virginia
Gretna is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,275. Residents earn $36,023 per year, which is 52% below the national average.
Based on current data, Gretna receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gretna has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Gretna is $36,023, 52% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Gretna is $140,900, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Gretna is below the national average at 241 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,044 per 100,000, 47% below the national average.
12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Gretna 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 47.7 inches, including 5.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,023 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,758 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $936 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,585 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.1% |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,428 |
| Restaurants | 53 |
| Healthcare | 69 |
| Retail | 127 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,116 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.50% |
| Commute Time | 18.1 min |
| Work from Home | 17.5% |
| Census Median | $140,900 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $164,072 |
| Median List Price | $214,000 |
| Median List Price | $214,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $204 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 104.1% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 7 |
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,116 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.50% |
| Obesity | 44.4% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.4% |
| Asthma | 12.7% |
| COPD | 9.2% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.6% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 21.0% |
| Physical Distress | 16.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,015/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 36.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 69 |
| Total Violent | 241.0/100K |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Murder | 80.3/100K |
| 1175% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 160.6/100K |
| Total Property | 1,044.2/100K |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 401.6/100K |
| Theft | 642.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.6°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.7 inches |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 5.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 836 ft (255 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 763/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9495°N, 79.3626°W |
| County FIPS | 51143 |
Winner: Republican by 43.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.9% |
| 62% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 73.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.58 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 763/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 69 |
| Restaurants | 53 |
| Retail Stores | 127 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Avg Commute | 18.1 min |
| Work from Home | 17.5% |