Jonesville, VA

Virginia

Jonesville is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,290. Residents earn $17,716 per year, which is 76% below the national average.

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
1,290 Population 1,162/sq mi density
$17,716 Median Income $18,911 per capita
$122,500 Home Value $127,672 Zillow
$515 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
202 Violent Crime/100K 3,239 property/100K
D
Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.0 / 5.0
$17,716 median income, 9.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$122,500 home value, $515/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
202 violent crimes/100K (47% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $17,716
76% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,500
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 202/100K
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $515
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.2%
305% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,290
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density1,162/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

F
Median Income$17,716
Per Capita$18,911
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty50.2%
County GDP$567M
Commute20 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$122,500
Rent$515
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,672

Crime

F
Violent202/100K
Property3,239/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary506/100K

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Elevation1,450 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+86.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute20 min
Libraries2

Is Jonesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jonesville receives an overall livability score of 1.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Jonesville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jonesville is $17,716, 76% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 50.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jonesville is $122,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $515 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Jonesville is below the national average at 202 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,239 per 100,000, 65% above the national average.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Jonesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches, including 9.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Jonesville has a population of 1,290 with a density of 1,162 people per square mile. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

1,290
Total Population
1,162
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.7%
Female 59.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Jonesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jonesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jonesville is $17,716, which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 50.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Jonesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$17,716
76% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,911
Avg Weekly Wage$868
IRS Avg AGI$47,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate50.2%
305% above US avg
Establishments (County)522
County GDP$567M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare27
Retail60
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,836
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Jonesville is $122,500, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $515 (56% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,672.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,500
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$127,672

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$515
56% 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-Occupied30.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,836
48% below US avg
Effective Rate1.50%
In Jonesville, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure36.7%
Asthma12.3%
COPD10.2%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress17.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death13,059/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access38.9%
Healthcare Facilities27
Jonesville has a violent crime rate of 202 per 100,000 residents, 47% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,239 per 100,000 (65% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent202.4/100K
47% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape101.2/100K
Robbery101.2/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,238.9/100K
65% above US avg
Burglary506.1/100K
Theft2,732.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Jonesville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall9.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,450 ft (442 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density1,162/sq mi
Coordinates36.6871°N, 83.1153°W
County FIPS51105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.8%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 72.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+86.0%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,162/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants21
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Work from Home6.1%

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