Makemie Park, VA

Virginia

Makemie Park is a small town in Virginia with a population of 98. Residents earn $31,406 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
98 Population 97/sq mi density
$31,406 Median Income $22,767 per capita
$91,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$31,406 median income, 18.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,100 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,406
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,100
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.5%
51% higher than US avg
Unemployment 18.4%
411% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population98
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density97/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,406
Per Capita$22,767
Unemployment18.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,039M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation8 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+75.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute22 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries2

Is Makemie Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Makemie Park receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Makemie Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Makemie Park is $31,406, 58% below the national average of $75,149. At 18.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Makemie Park is $91,100, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Makemie Park 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. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Makemie Park has a population of 98 with a density of 97 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (100%).

Population

98
Total Population
97
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Makemie Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Makemie Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Makemie Park is $31,406, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 18.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Makemie Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,406
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,767
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$57,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment18.4%
411% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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 Rate3.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Makemie Park is $91,100, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,100
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied68.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
Effective Rate3.10%
In Makemie Park, 48.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.8% report depression. 38.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Makemie Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.5%
51% above US avg
Diabetes19.6%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure49.8%
Asthma12.7%
COPD8.7%
Stroke5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.6%
Physical Inactivity38.2%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.6%
Checkup Rate80.7%
Premature Death12,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access41.6%
Healthcare Facilities56

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Makemie Park 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density97/sq mi
Coordinates37.9106°N, 75.5845°W
County FIPS51001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 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 13.3-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 43%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+75.5%
School Test Score5.58
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density97/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants100
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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