Mallow, VA

Virginia

Mallow is a small town in Virginia with a population of 511. Residents earn $51,979 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
511 Population 774/sq mi density
$51,979 Median Income $24,647 per capita
$96,700 Home Value
$719 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,979 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,700 home value, $719/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,979
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,700
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $719
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population511
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density774/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,979
Per Capita$24,647
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.5%
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,700
Rent$719
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Elevation1,216 ft (371 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute18 min
Broadband89.6%
Libraries1

Is Mallow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mallow receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mallow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mallow is $51,979, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mallow is $96,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $719 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Mallow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 10.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Mallow has a population of 511 with a density of 774 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 11% Black.

Population

511
Total Population
774
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.8%
Female 64.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mallow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mallow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mallow is $51,979, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Mallow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,979
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,647
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$46,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)293

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare13
Retail37
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,700
51% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mallow is $96,700, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $719 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,700
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$719
38% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied80.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,700
51% below US avg
Effective Rate1.76%
In Mallow, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death15,933/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities13
Mallow has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall10.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,216 ft (371 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density774/sq mi
Coordinates37.7663°N, 79.9725°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51580
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.3-point margin. 89.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 33.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density774/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants19
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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