Jarratt, VA

Virginia

Jarratt is a small town in Virginia with a population of 888. Residents earn $80,833 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
888 Population 705/sq mi density
$80,833 Median Income $36,906 per capita
$157,200 Home Value $168,610 Zillow
$921 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,833 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,200 home value, $921/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,833
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $157,200
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.1%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $921
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population888
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density705/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,833
Per Capita$36,906
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty6.2%
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,200
Rent$921
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,610

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation156 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.1%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 65%
Commute29 min
Libraries1

Is Jarratt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jarratt receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Jarratt stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jarratt is $80,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jarratt is $157,200, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $921 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Jarratt enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Jarratt has a population of 888 with a density of 705 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.2%), with 39.2% Black.

Population

888
Total Population
705
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Jarratt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jarratt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jarratt is $80,833, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Jarratt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,833
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,906
Avg Weekly Wage$794
IRS Avg AGI$42,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)270

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare45
Retail47
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,089
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Jarratt is $157,200, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $921 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,610.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,200
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,610

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$921
21% below 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-Occupied71.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,089
40% below US avg
Effective Rate1.33%
In Jarratt, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma12.6%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Checkup Rate80.4%
Premature Death21,098/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access95.6%
Healthcare Facilities45

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Jarratt has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation156 ft (48 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density705/sq mi
Coordinates36.8160°N, 77.4689°W
County FIPS51595
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 28.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 31-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.2%
D 65.2%

Winner: Democrat by 31 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.1%
17% below US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.58
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density705/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants29
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Work from Home2.8%

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