Groveton, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Groveton is a small city in Virginia with a population of 13,563. Residents earn $109,665 per year, which is 46% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
13,563 Population 3,118/sq mi density
$109,665 Median Income $52,786 per capita
$568,900 Home Value
$1,829 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$109,665 median income, 5.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$568,900 home value, $1,829/mo rent
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
44.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $109,665
46% higher than US avg
Home Value $568,900
102% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.2%
31% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,829
57% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13,563
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density3,118/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 46%

Economy

A
Median Income$109,665
Per Capita$52,786
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$18,000M
Commute33 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$568,900
Rent$1,829
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation35 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.2%
High School+87.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 20% / D 78%
Commute33 min
Libraries7

Is Groveton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Groveton receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Groveton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Groveton is $109,665, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places Groveton among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Groveton is $568,900, making it a premium housing market at 102% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,829 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Groveton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 13.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Groveton has a population of 13,563 with a density of 3,118 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 19.5% Black.

Population

13,563
Total Population
3,118
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Groveton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.9%
29% below US avg
Spanish44.1%
229% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Groveton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Groveton is $109,665, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Groveton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$109,665
46% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,786
Avg Weekly Wage$1,760
IRS Avg AGI$135,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,382
County GDP$18,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants396
Healthcare497
Retail413
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,153
162% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Work from Home22.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Groveton is $568,900, 102% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,829 (57% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$568,900
102% above US avg
Median List Price$732,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$732,000
$/Sq Ft$408
Homes Sold12
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops10.5%
Inventory19

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,829
57% above US avg

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-Occupied55.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,153
162% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Groveton, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.2%
9% below US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death4,702/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities497

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Groveton has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall13.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation35 ft (11 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density3,118/sq mi
Coordinates38.7498°N, 77.1074°W
County FIPS51510
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 44.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 57.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 20.1%
D 77.9%

Winner: Democrat by 57.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.2%
31% above US avg
High School+87.5%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,118/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities497
Restaurants396
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Work from Home22.2%

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