Henry Fork, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Henry Fork is a small town in Virginia with a population of 843. Residents earn $67,147 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
843 Population 310/sq mi density
$67,147 Median Income $30,683 per capita
N/A Home Value
$576 Median Rent 14.2% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$67,147 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$576/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,147
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $576
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population843
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density310/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,147
Per Capita$30,683
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$2,216M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$576
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden14.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Elevation1,160 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+86.6%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute31 min
Broadband57.7%
Libraries3

Is Henry Fork a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Henry Fork receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Henry Fork stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Henry Fork is $67,147, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $576 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Henry Fork enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches, including 12.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Henry Fork has a population of 843 with a density of 310 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.7%), with 15.1% Hispanic, 8.2% Black.

Population

843
Total Population
310
People / sq mi
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Henry Fork vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.9%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.1%
43% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Henry Fork vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Henry Fork is $67,147, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Henry Fork vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,147
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,683
Avg Weekly Wage$899
IRS Avg AGI$72,911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,617
County GDP$2,216M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare90
Retail184
Manufacturing59

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,752
7% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $576 (50% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$576
50% below US avg
Rent Burden14.2%

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-Occupied56.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,752
7% above US avg
In Henry Fork, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Henry Fork vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.2%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death10,174/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access43.8%
Healthcare Facilities90

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Henry Fork has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall12.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,160 ft (354 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density310/sq mi
Coordinates36.9697°N, 79.8704°W
County FIPS51067
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.3-point margin. 57.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 26.9%

Winner: Republican by 45.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score5.58
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density310/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities90
Restaurants84
Retail Stores184

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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