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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 55.9% |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 44.1% |
| 229% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $109,665 |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,786 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,760 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $135,247 |
| Unemployment | 5.4% |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,382 |
| County GDP | $18,000M |
| Restaurants | 396 |
| Healthcare | 497 |
| Retail | 413 |
| Manufacturing | 57 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,153 |
| 162% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.61% |
| Commute Time | 32.7 min |
| Work from Home | 22.2% |
| Census Median | $568,900 |
| 102% above US avg | |
| Median List Price | $732,000 |
| Median List Price | $732,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $408 |
| Homes Sold | 12 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.4% |
| Price Drops | 10.5% |
| Inventory | 19 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,829 |
| 57% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,153 |
| 162% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.61% |
| Obesity | 29.2% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.9% |
| Depression | 19.9% |
| Mental Distress | 15.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 87.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 4,702/100K |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 497 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Annual Average | 59.3°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.8 inches |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 13.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 35 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,118/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7498°N, 77.1074°W |
| County FIPS | 51510 |
Winner: Democrat by 57.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 44.2% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.58 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,118/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 497 |
| Restaurants | 396 |
| Retail Stores | 413 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 32.7 min |
| Work from Home | 22.2% |