Linville, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Linville is a small town in Virginia with a population of 231. Residents earn $55,078 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
231 Population 405/sq mi density
$55,078 Median Income $32,093 per capita
$313,300 Home Value $350,342 Zillow
$1,055 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,078 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$313,300 home value, $1,055/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,078
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $313,300
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,055
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population231
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density405/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,078
Per Capita$32,093
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.3%
Commute14 min

Housing

B
Home Value$313,300
Rent$1,055
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$350,342
Housing Units169
Rent Burden16.7%

Health

Obesity32.4%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking13.1%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,338 ft (408 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+69.4%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute14 min
Broadband47.9%
Libraries4

Is Linville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Linville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Linville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Linville is $55,078, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Linville is $313,300, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,055 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Linville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 21.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Linville has a population of 231 with a density of 405 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

231
Total Population
405
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 70.1%
Female 29.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Linville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.0%
8% below US avg
Spanish28.0%
109% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Linville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Linville is $55,078, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Linville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,078
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,093
Avg Weekly Wage$1,101
IRS Avg AGI$74,871

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,058

Business (County)

Restaurants106
Healthcare144
Retail205
Manufacturing81

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,305
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.3 min
Drive Alone97.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Linville is $313,300, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,055 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $350,342.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$313,300
11% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$350,342

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,055
9% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

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-Occupied66.7%
Housing Units169
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,305
6% below US avg
Effective Rate1.05%
In Linville, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.5%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits72.6%
Premature Death7,167/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities144
Linville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall21.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,338 ft (408 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density405/sq mi
Coordinates38.5166°N, 78.8351°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51165
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 37.1-point margin. 47.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+69.4%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.58
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density405/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.9%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities144
Restaurants106
Retail Stores205

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.3 min
Drive Alone97.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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