Metompkin, VA

Virginia

Metompkin is a small town in Virginia with a population of 330. Residents earn $25,527 per year, which is 66% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
330 Population 284/sq mi density
$25,527 Median Income $53,730 per capita
N/A Home Value
$504 Median Rent 39.8% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$25,527 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$504/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,527
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $504
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.3%
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population330
Median Age65.1 yrs
Density284/mi²
Male / Female72% / 29%
Largest GroupWhite 6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$25,527
Per Capita$53,730
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,039M

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$504
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden39.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity48.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation29 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+15.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2

Is Metompkin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Metompkin receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Metompkin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Metompkin is $25,527, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $504 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 15.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Metompkin 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.

Metompkin has a population of 330 with a density of 284 people per square mile. The median age is 65.1 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (56.4%), with 5.5% White.

Population

330
Total Population
284
People / sq mi
65.1yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 71.5%
Female 28.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Metompkin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.7%
29% below US avg
Spanish44.3%
231% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Metompkin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Metompkin is $25,527, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Metompkin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,527
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$53,730
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$57,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below 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

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $504 (57% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$504
57% below US avg
Rent Burden39.8%

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-Occupied24.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
In Metompkin, 48.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 42.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.3%
50% above US avg
Diabetes20.0%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure46.3%
Asthma13.9%
COPD9.9%
Stroke5.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking10.7%
Physical Inactivity42.9%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress18.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate80.1%
Premature Death12,239/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Metompkin 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

Elevation29 ft (9 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density284/sq mi
Coordinates37.7671°N, 75.6054°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.

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+15.5%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density284/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants100
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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