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Lee Mont, VA

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Lee Mont is a small town in Virginia with a population of 86. Residents earn $2,499 per year, which is 97% below the national average.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
86 Population 113/sq mi density
$2,499 Median Income $10,952 per capita
$229,800 Home Value
59°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$2,499 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$229,800 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $2,499
97% lower than US avg
Home Value $229,800
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 76.9%
520% higher than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density113/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans69.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$2,499
Per Capita$10,952
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty76.9%
County GDP$2,039M
Commute20 min

Housing

F
Home Value$229,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units43
Rent Burden28.7%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking18.8%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation14 ft (4 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+71.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute20 min
Broadband37.0%
Libraries2

Is Lee Mont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lee Mont receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Lee Mont faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lee Mont is $2,499, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 76.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lee Mont is $229,800, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. With a home price-to-income ratio of 92x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lee Mont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Lee Mont has a population of 86 with a density of 113 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

86
Total Population
113
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.7%
Female 59.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lee Mont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lee Mont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lee Mont is $2,499, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 76.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Lee Mont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,499
97% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,952
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$57,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate76.9%
520% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,264
County GDP$2,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare56
Retail146
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lee Mont is $229,800, 18% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$229,800
18% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.7%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units43
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In Lee Mont, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lee Mont vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.8%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits57.4%
Premature Death12,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access41.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Lee Mont has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation14 ft (4 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density113/sq mi
Coordinates37.7799°N, 75.6802°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin. 37.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 43%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+71.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density113/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants100
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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