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Jewell Ridge, VA

Virginia

Jewell Ridge is a small town in Virginia with a population of 48. Residents earn $26,250 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
48 Population 117/sq mi density
$26,250 Median Income $13,800 per capita
53°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$26,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,250
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.0%
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population48
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density117/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$26,250
Per Capita$13,800
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,716M
Commute34 min

Health

Obesity41.0%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking20.1%
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation2,929 ft (893 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute34 min
Broadband22.0%
Libraries4

Is Jewell Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jewell Ridge receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jewell Ridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jewell Ridge is $26,250, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Jewell Ridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Jewell Ridge has a population of 48 with a density of 117 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

48
Total Population
117
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.4%
Female 64.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Jewell Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jewell Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jewell Ridge is $26,250, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Jewell Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,250
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,800
Avg Weekly Wage$861
IRS Avg AGI$61,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,000
County GDP$1,716M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare115
Retail178
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,764
21% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Jewell Ridge, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 20.1% are current smokers. 29.7% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Jewell Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma12.2%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.1%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress17.1%
Short Sleep43.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate38.2%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits57.4%
Premature Death15,250/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access71.2%
Healthcare Facilities115
Jewell Ridge has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.6 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,929 ft (893 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density117/sq mi
Coordinates37.1858°N, 81.7874°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51185
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.9-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.2%
D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 68.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.0%
20% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.58
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density117/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities115
Restaurants74
Retail Stores178

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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