Gretna, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Pittsylvania County County
Gretna, VA
At a Glance
How Gretna Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gretna's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gretna a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gretna residents earn a median household income of $36,023 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,758. The unemployment rate stands at 7.8% (117% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,428 business establishments, including 53 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gretna is $140,900 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $175,169. Median rent is $850/month, with 33.1% 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 1966.
Safety & Crime
Gretna reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 427/100K.
Education
12.9% of adults in Gretna hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 73.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gretna has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches.