Grundy, VA

Virginia

Grundy is a small town in Virginia with a population of 782. Residents earn $42,417 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
782 Population 157/sq mi density
$42,417 Median Income $28,366 per capita
$187,000 Home Value $75,962 Zillow
$740 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
99 Violent Crime/100K 1,292 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$42,417 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$187,000 home value, $740/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
99 violent crimes/100K (74% below avg)
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,417
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,000
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 99/100K
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.0%
16% higher than US avg
Median Rent $740
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population782
Median Age54.5 yrs
Density157/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans16.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,417
Per Capita$28,366
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$1,397M
Commute16 min

Housing

A
Home Value$187,000
Rent$740
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$75,962
Rent Burden21.7%

Crime

F
Violent99/100K
Property1,292/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault99/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation2,054 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.0%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute16 min
Broadband92.4%
Libraries1

Is Grundy a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grundy is $42,417, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grundy is $187,000, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Grundy is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 99 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,292 per 100,000, 34% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Grundy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches, including 16.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Grundy has a population of 782 with a density of 157 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.3%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 7.8% Black.

Population

782
Total Population
157
People / sq mi
54.5yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Grundy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grundy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grundy is $42,417, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Grundy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,417
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,366
Avg Weekly Wage$1,201
IRS Avg AGI$54,310

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)555
County GDP$1,397M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare36
Retail60
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,200
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Grundy is $187,000, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $740 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $75,962.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,000
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$75,962

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$740
36% below US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

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-Occupied84.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,200
37% below US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Grundy, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.1% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma12.4%
COPD10.8%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression30.1%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress17.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death16,804/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access27.5%
Healthcare Facilities36
Grundy has a violent crime rate of 99 per 100,000 residents, 74% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,292 per 100,000 (34% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent99.4/100K
74% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault99.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,292.3/100K
34% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft1,292.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Grundy has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall16.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,054 ft (626 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²)
Population Density157/sq mi
Coordinates37.2672°N, 82.0946°W
County FIPS51027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 39.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.6-point margin. 92.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.1%
D 14.5%

Winner: Republican by 70.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.0%
16% above US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score5.58
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density157/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants19
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

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