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Mineral, VA

Virginia · Spotsylvania County · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro

Mineral is a small town in Virginia with a population of 599. Residents earn $64,500 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
599 Population 673/sq mi density
$64,500 Median Income $30,794 per capita
$226,100 Home Value $458,998 Zillow
$1,199 Median Rent 32.3% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
187 Violent Crime/100K 3,427 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$64,500 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$226,100 home value, $1,199/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
187 violent crimes/100K (51% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $64,500
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $226,100
20% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 187/100K
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,199
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

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

People

Population599
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density673/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans10.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,500
Per Capita$30,794
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty13.9%
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$226,100
Rent$1,199
Ownership71.5%
Zillow$458,998
Housing Units186
Rent Burden32.3%

Crime

F
Violent187/100K
Property3,427/100K

Health

Obesity34.4%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking14.9%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation441 ft (134 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+85.4%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.86

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute33 min
Broadband90.5%
EV Stations2
Libraries3

Is Mineral a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mineral receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Mineral has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mineral is $64,500, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mineral is $226,100, 20% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,199 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Mineral is below the national average at 187 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,427 per 100,000, 75% above the national average.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mineral enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Mineral has a population of 599 with a density of 673 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.6% female and 55.4% male. The city is predominantly White (75%), with 7.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95% of residents. 10.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 27.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

599
Total Population
673
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mineral vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish 5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mineral vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mineral is $64,500, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,794 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,019, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 3,570 business establishments, including 222 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 12.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mineral vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,500
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,794
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$84,351
Gini Index0.405 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,570

Business (County)

Restaurants222
Healthcare299
Retail462
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,367
4% below US avg
Cost of Living101.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.6 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mineral is $226,100, 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $458,998, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,199 (3% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,181 for a one-bedroom to $1,369 for a two-bedroom apartment. 71.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 186 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1962. The average annual property tax is $3,367. 32.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$226,100
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$458,998

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,199
3% above US avg
Rent Burden32.3%

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

Homeownership71.5%
Owner-Occupied71.5%
Renter-Occupied28.5%
Housing Units186
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,367
4% below US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Mineral, 34.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 31.8% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 17.6% report binge drinking. 22.9% are physically inactive. 24.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,082. The dentist ratio is 1:2,223. 71.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,082
Dentists1:2,223
Mental Health1:809
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death7,823/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access71.9%
Healthcare Facilities299
Mineral has a violent crime rate of 187 per 100,000 residents, 51% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,427 per 100,000, 75% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 20 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Mineral receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent186.9/100K
51% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,426.8/100K
75% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
Traffic Accidents436
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Mineral enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. The area receives 15.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. The city sits at an elevation of 441 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation441 ft (134 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density673/sq mi
Coordinates38.0076°N, 77.9062°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountySpotsylvania County County
Nearest AirportRichmond International (RIC)
47 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.2"
16% above US avg
Snowfall 15.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.33"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.95"

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score52.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience63.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M3.0 on May 6, 2025.

Aug 23, 2011 11 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M5.8 11 km
Aug 25, 2011 8 km SW of Mineral, Virginia M4.5 9 km
Aug 24, 2011 11 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M4.2 11 km
Oct 21, 1998 13 km S of Dillwyn, Virginia M3.8 80 km
Mar 15, 1991 7 km NNW of Goochland, Virginia M3.8 29 km
May 5, 2003 Virginia M3.6 43 km
Jul 16, 2010 5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland M3.6 146 km
Aug 24, 2011 16 km NNW of Goochland, Virginia M3.4 21 km
Sep 1, 2011 7 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M3.4 7 km
Sep 22, 2001 5 km E of Pantops, Virginia M3.2 43 km
May 22, 2014 15 km ENE of Cumberland, Virginia M3.1 55 km
Jan 30, 2012 9 km SSE of Louisa, Virginia M3.1 10 km
Jan 17, 2016 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia M3.0 146 km
Mar 26, 2012 13 km S of Louisa, Virginia M3.0 13 km
Oct 2, 2010 10 km NNW of Ashland, Virginia M3.0 38 km
Oct 12, 2011 9 km S of Louisa, Virginia M3.0 10 km
May 6, 2025 8 km S of Dillwyn, Virginia M3.0 78 km
Aug 3, 1995 13 km N of Williamsburg, Virginia M2.9 127 km
Aug 23, 2011 9 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M2.8 9 km
Mar 15, 2015 6 km SW of Mineral, Virginia M2.8 7 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Irene (2011, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2011 Irene Category 1 234 km
2003 Isabel Category 1 147 km
1999 Floyd Category 1 209 km
1986 Charley Category 1 232 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 280 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

320 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 25 fatalities, 526 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 28, 2002 EF4 88 km 3
Sep 24, 2001 EF4 63 km 0
Aug 6, 1993 EF4 99 km 4
Feb 24, 2016 EF3 83 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF3 58 km 0
Apr 1, 1998 EF3 29 km 2
Oct 18, 1990 EF3 33 km 0
Oct 18, 1990 EF3 83 km 1
May 4, 1990 EF3 77 km 0
Jul 25, 1985 EF3 50 km 0
May 8, 1984 EF3 98 km 0
May 8, 1984 EF3 95 km 0
Jan 26, 1978 EF3 76 km 1
Jul 9, 1977 EF3 33 km 0
Mar 21, 1976 EF3 54 km 0
Jun 16, 1966 EF3 93 km 0
Sep 30, 1959 EF3 63 km 11
Sep 30, 1959 EF3 38 km 0
Sep 30, 1959 EF3 56 km 1
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 8 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: PINNACLES (24,792 ac, 2000).

Year Name Acres Distance
2000 PINNACLES 24,792 74 km
2016 ROCKY MTN FIRE 2016 9,299 74 km
2024 WATERFALL MOUNTAIN 9,251 94 km
2002 FULTZ RUN 4,638 80 km
1999 SHOP RUN 4,261 79 km
1986 BIG RUN 4,161 75 km
2012 SHIPWRECK 3,779 86 km
2021 UNNAMED 3,667 88 km
2014 CUB RUN RX 2,868 88 km
2019 UNNAMED 2,460 96 km
2012 NEIGHBOR MTN FIRE 1,986 86 km
2011 SMITH RUN FIRE 1,908 93 km
1999 BOOTEN GAP 1,652 69 km
2016 EADES HOLLOW 1,564 87 km
1998 CALVARY 1,523 79 km
1995 SHENGAP 1,385 82 km
2006 CARDINAL 1,345 94 km
2001 HICKORY RU 1,055 73 km
2024 ROCKY BRANCH 1,018 86 km
1995 NORWOOD 999 86 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in
June 72°F (22°C) 3.8 in
July 76°F (24°C) 4.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in
September 69°F (20°C) 3.7 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
December 39°F (4°C) 3.2 in

Mineral has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 35°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (3.0").

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Mineral is located in Spotsylvania County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 13.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 59% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 53.7% of the vote, a 8.6-point margin. 90.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 299 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 45.1%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
Traffic Accidents436
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+85.4%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.86
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density673/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi
CountySpotsylvania County County

Services

Broadband Access90.5%
Avg Download Speed153.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed53.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities299
Restaurants222
Retail Stores462

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.6 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%
Average costs for common services in Mineral. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $253 ($152–$404)
Specialist Visit $354 ($202–$556)
Urgent Care Visit $202 ($101–$354)
Emergency Room Visit $2,224 ($809–$5,055)
Dental Cleaning $131 ($76–$202)
Dental Filling $253 ($152–$404)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $46 ($25–$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $76 ($51–$121)
Brake Pad Replacement $303 ($152–$506)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$76)
New Tires (Set of 4) $607 ($404–$1,011)
Battery Replacement $202 ($101–$354)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $101 ($61–$152)
Electrician (Per Hour) $91 ($51–$142)
HVAC Repair $404 ($152–$809)
HVAC System Install $7,077 ($4,044–$12,132)
Roof Repair $1,011 ($404–$2,022)
Roof Replacement $9,099 ($5,561–$15,165)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,517 ($506–$3,539)
Divorce (Contested) $15,165 ($5,055–$30,330)
DUI Defense $5,055 ($2,022–$10,110)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,517 ($809–$3,033)
Will Preparation $506 ($202–$1,011)
Trust Preparation $2,528 ($1,011–$5,055)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut $56 ($30–$101)
Hair Coloring (Full) $152 ($76–$253)
Manicure $25 ($15–$46)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$66)
Massage (1 Hour) $81 ($51–$131)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.15 ($3.03–$5.56)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.54 ($2.53–$5.06)
Loaf of Bread $3.84 ($2.53–$5.56)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.55 ($3.03–$6.57)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.56 ($4.04–$7.58)
Rice (per lb) $1.01 ($0.61–$1.82)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $142 ($81–$253)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $71 ($30–$152)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $71 ($40–$121)
Internet (Monthly) $71 ($40–$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $66 ($30–$101)
Cable TV (Monthly) $86 ($51–$152)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $202 ($76–$506)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,022 ($1,213–$3,539)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $71 ($30–$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.09–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $101 ($30–$253)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$76)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,213 ($607–$2,528)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,011 ($506–$2,022)
After-School Care (Monthly) $404 ($202–$708)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $51 ($25–$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,011 ($404–$2,528)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,638 ($5,055–$30,330)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $61 ($30–$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $101 ($51–$202)
Dog Grooming $61 ($30–$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter $303 ($152–$506)
Cat Spay/Neuter $202 ($101–$404)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$921
Toddler$787
Preschool$839
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$778
Toddler$693
Preschool$680
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Spotsylvania County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 7,342 421 $41,573 1.94
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,684 874 $55,258 0.86
Accommodation & Food Services 4,186 224 $24,580 1.22
Construction 2,299 360 $65,569 1.16
Professional & Technical Services 1,969 321 $89,415 0.75
Administrative & Waste Services 1,851 190 $51,968 0.83
Other Services 1,800 337 $42,971 1.58
Transportation & Warehousing 1,546 78 $58,868 0.96
Manufacturing 829 76 $64,986 0.27
Arts & Entertainment 823 42 $24,825 1.29
Educational Services 812 43 $68,208 1.04
Real Estate 560 148 $51,460 0.95
Finance & Insurance 516 103 $72,104 0.34
Management of Companies 482 19 $90,967 0.76
Information & Technology 227 31 $100,738 0.32
Unclassified 165 76 $45,994 3.13

Schools in Mineral

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
LOUISA COUNTY HIGH High 1,653
LOUISA COUNTY MIDDLE Middle 1,152
Jouett Elementary Elementary 621
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Radio Stations near Mineral

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
92.5 The Breeze AAC
Death.FM death, death.fm broadcasts a brutal & beautiful blend of black MP3 128 kbps
The Breeze (UM) MP3 320 kbps
106.1 The Breeze adult contemporary AAC
WCVEFM news, public radio MP3 64 kbps
100.9 The Breeze AAC
The Breeze AAC
La Pantera 101.7 FM mexican music MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Mineral

78 national parks and monuments found near Mineral.

ParkTypeFee
African American Civil War Memorial Free
Anacostia Park Park Free
Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park State Park Free
Appomattox Court House National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial Free
Bear Creek Lake State Park State Park Free
Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument National Monument Free
Biscuit Run State Park State Park Free
Caledon State Park State Park Free
Capitol Hill Parks Free
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Chapel Point Sp State Park Free
Chapman Sp State Park Free
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park National Historical Park $20
Civil War Defenses of Washington Free
Clara Barton National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Constitution Gardens Free
Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Memorial Free
Ford's Theatre National Historic Site National Historic Site $5
Fort Dupont Park Free
Fort Foote Park Park Free
Fort Washington Park Park Free
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial Free
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site National Historic Site $1
Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park National Military Park Free
George Washington Birthplace National Monument National Monument Free
George Washington Memorial Parkway Memorial Parkway Free
Glen Echo Park Park Free
Great Falls Park Park $20
Green Springs Free
Harmony Hall Free
High Bridge Trail State Park State Park Free
Holliday Lake State Park State Park Free
James River State Park State Park Free
Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens Free
Korean War Veterans Memorial Free
Lake Anna State Park State Park Free
LBJ Memorial Grove on the Potomac Free
Leesylvania State Park State Park Free
Lincoln Memorial Free
Lost River State Park State Park Free
Maggie L Walker National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Manassas National Battlefield Park National Battlefield Park Free
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Free
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Mason Neck State Park State Park Free
Mattawoman Nea State Park Free
MATTAWOMAN NEA - Mattawoman Wildland State Park Free
Nanjemoy Natural Resource Management Area State Park Free
National Capital Parks-East Free
National Mall and Memorial Parks Free
Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm Free
Pennsylvania Avenue Free
Petersburg National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Piscataway Park Park Free
Pocahontas State Park State Park Free
Powhatan State Park State Park Free
Prince William Forest Park Park $20
Richmond National Battlefield Park National Battlefield Park Free
Rock Creek Park Park Free
Sailors Creek Battlefield Historic State Park State Park Free
Sailors Creek Battlefield State Park State Park Free
Seven Bends State Park State Park Free
Shenandoah National Park National Park $30
Sky Meadows State Park State Park Free
Smallwood Sp State Park Free
The White House and President's Park Free
Theodore Roosevelt Island Free
Thomas Jefferson Memorial Free
Thomas Stone National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Twin Lakes State Park State Park Free
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Free
Washington Monument $1
Widewater State Park State Park Free
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts Free
World War I Memorial Free
World War II Memorial Free
ZEKIAH SWAMP NEA - Zekiah Swamp Wildland State Park Free

Museums in Mineral

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MONTPELIER FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM13384 LAUNDRY ROAD5406722728$2,165,507
LOUISA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5409675975$190,690
TREVILIAN STATION BATTLEFIELDHISTORIC PRESERVATION4345898989$164,046
JAMES MADISON MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5406721776$35,587
HELEN MARIE TAYLOR MUSEUM THE LIFEGENERAL MUSEUM5406721579
HISTORIC GREEN SPRINGSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUM OF VALORHISTORY MUSEUM
ORANGE COUNTY AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5406725366
ORANGE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SECOND UNION ROSENWALD SCHOOL CORPORATIONGENERAL MUSEUM2843 HADENSVILLE-FIFE RD

Libraries in Mineral

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ORANGE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY146A MADISON ROAD0.0183,654

Farmers Markets in Mineral

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Louisa County Farmers MarketGlen Marye Shopping Center Parking Lot
Mineral Farmer's Market81 Louisa Ave.05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit
Orange County Farmers Market IIHistoric Downtwon Orange Train Station and Visitor CenterVisit

Restaurants in Mineral

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asian Cafe
Big Cheese Pizza
Callie Opie's Orchard Restaurant
Chef Lee Chinese Restaurant
Dukes' Creek Deli

Veterinaries in Mineral

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Veterinary Hospital

Gas Stations in Mineral

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
BP
Exxon
Exxon
Marathon
Shell

Banks in Mineral

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blue Ridge Bank

Breweries in Mineral

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Lake Anna WineryVineyards, Wineries & Vineyards, Beverages, Tourist Information & Attractions, Food & Drink, Brewers5621 Courthouse Rd540 895-5085, 5408955085Visit
Tavern On The RailBars, Restaurant, food and drink, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, recreation, Taverns, Bar & Gri81 Tavern Rd5408727245Visit

Cell Towers in Mineral

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
3921 Indian Creek Road (110515)LTOWER127
1022 Haley Drive (78269)GTOWER118
Montpelier 15182 CLAZEMONT ROADTOWER96
ROUTE 700TOWER91
ROUTE 700TOWER91
INTER. HWYS 15 & 20TOWER91
Route 750TOWER89
8963 Poindexter Rd (134544)MTOWER61
346 Horsepen Branch (113429)MTOWER61
4448 Courthouse Road (98760)MTOWER61
3763 THREE CHOPT ROADTOWER60
5145 Shannon Hill rdTOWER48

Fire Stations in Mineral

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Bumpass Volunteer Fire Department (Louisa County Dept of Fire-EMS)96 Fredericks Hall RDVolunteer540-872-2400
Holly Grove Fire Department (Louisa County Dept of Fire-EMS)143 Factory Mill RDVolunteer804-556-4610
Mineral Volunteer Fire Department (Louisa County Dept of Fire-EMS)201 E 1ST STMostly career540-894-5660

Power Plants Near Mineral

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
NORTH ANNACONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC; NUCLEAR221113-77.8OP

Bridges in Mineral

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19729298,024F
CulvertConcrete1965218,024F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19721864,837F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19724104,801F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19721854,801F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19921474,684G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19632444,191F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19712473,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19722723,100F
CulvertConcrete1973242,168F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19711241,798F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19723571,547F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19724301,468F
CulvertSteel1970221,463G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19721241,306G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19724301,128F
CulvertConcrete1970341,127F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19761121,068F
SlabConcrete continuous1985130683P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1972338551F
CulvertConcrete197034378F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195245378F
SlabPrestressed concrete198450338F
SlabPrestressed concrete200174316F
SlabPrestressed concrete201171288G
Truss (Thru)Steel1922104168G
SlabPrestressed concrete1996135144F
SlabConcrete196524140F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194960130G
SlabConcrete19553093G
Truss (Thru)Steel193211884G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197233858F

Superfund Sites Near Mineral

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
VDOT - CUCKOO AREA HEADQUARTERS11084 JEFFERSON HIGHWAYLOUISA

Airports Near Mineral

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Richmond International AirportRICLarge Airport
Charlottesville Albemarle AirportCHOMedium Airport
Davison Army Air FieldDAAMedium Airport
Manassas Regional Airport/Harry P. Davis FieldMNZMedium Airport
Quantico Marine Corps Airfield / Turner FieldNYGMedium Airport
Arrowpoint AirportSmall Airport
Aviacres AirportSmall Airport
Bachman Farm UltralightportSmall Airport
Belmont Farm AirportSmall Airport
Berryvale AirportSmall Airport
Breeden AirportSmall Airport
Buds Ferry AirportSmall Airport
Byrd Creek AirportSmall Airport
Chimney View AirportSmall Airport
Christian's AirportSmall Airport
Cool Water AirportSmall Airport
Crabbe AirportSmall Airport
Cub FieldSmall Airport
Culpeper Regional AirportSmall Airport
Dogwood AirparkSmall Airport
Eastview AirportSmall Airport
Farmville Regional AirportSmall Airport
Fighting Creek Farm AirportSmall Airport
Flatrock Air StripSmall Airport
Flying Circus AerodromeSmall Airport
Flying T Farm AirportSmall Airport
Flying W AirportSmall Airport
Fox Acres AirportSmall Airport
Franwood Farms Inc. AirportSmall Airport
Frontier AirportSmall Airport
Gordonsville Municipal AirportGVESmall Airport
Grayson AirportSmall Airport
Hanover County Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Hartwood AirportSmall Airport
Hen & Bacon AirportSmall Airport
Henshaw AirportSmall Airport
Hidden River AirportSmall Airport
Holly Springs AirportSmall Airport
Holly Springs Farm AirportSmall Airport
Horse Feathers AirportSmall Airport
Jayarz AirportSmall Airport
Lake Anna AirportSmall Airport
Louisa County Airport / Freeman FieldLOWSmall Airport
Luray Caverns AirportSmall Airport
Manquin Flight Park UltralightportSmall Airport
Maples FieldSmall Airport
Mary Walker LZ AirportAPHSmall Airport
Matts AirportSmall Airport
Mayers AirportSmall Airport
Merlin AerodromeSmall Airport

Police Stations in Mineral

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Louisa County Sheriff's Office
Orange County Sheriff's Office
Orange Police Department
Town of Louisa Police Department
Virginia State Police Division 1 Area 4 Office3707 Cross County Road

Grocery Stores in Mineral

13 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
33 Quik MartConvenience Store12940 Jefferson Hwy
B & L MartConvenience Store1205 Fredericks Hall Rd
Dollar General 11300Other172 Davis Hwy
Dollar General 14639Other1500 New Bridge Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 18049Other5720 Courthouse Rd
Dollar General 20472Other1372 Bumpass Rd
Dollar General 22386Other8080 Kentucky Springs Rd
Family Dollar 10843Other525 Mineral Ave
Food Lion 2189Supermarket11010 Kentucky Springs Rd
Millers MarketGrocery Store628 Mineral Ave
Mineral BpConvenience Store2172 Pendleton Rd
Mineral Farmer's MarketFarmers and Markets81 Louisa Ave
New Bridge MarketConvenience Store2983 New Bridge Rd

DOL Wage Violations in Mineral

4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $31,355 in back wages owed to 43 employees.

4
Violations
$31,355
Back Wages Owed
43
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Gum Springs BP & DQ 23117 1 $28,419 $748 38
LOUISA COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS [OSHA] 23117 General Automotive Repair 1 $2,288 $2,288 1
Coyote Hole Cider Works, LLC 23117 1 $510 $510 1
Dickinson's Store 23117 1 $138 $46 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mineral

15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
A E MIME MINISTRY511 BOHANNON RD
BONEEM INTERNATIONAL273 WHITNEY LN
ELK CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH5916 KENTUCKY SPRINGS RD
GILBOA CHRISTIAN CHURCH8876 JEFFERSON HWY
GOSHEN BAPTIST ASSOCIATIONPO BOX 296
HOLLY GROVE CHRISTIAN CHURCH1637 HOLLY GROVE DR
LAUREL HILL BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 634
LITTLE RIVER BAPTIST CHURCH4959 BUCKNER RD
MINERAL BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 447
MOUNT HERMON BAPTIST CHURCH7116 DON RD
RADICAL LOVE MINISTRIESPO BOX 52
SADDHAMMA MEDITATION SOCIETY574 WILLOW BROOK RD
SALEM CHRISTIAN CHURCH4023 PAYNES MILL RD
SHARON CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 141
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH1770 MANSFIELD RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mineral

What is the population of Mineral?

Mineral has a population of 599 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 673 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.6% female and 55.4% male.

Is Mineral expensive to live in?

Mineral has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $64,500, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $226,100 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,199 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mineral safe?

Mineral is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 187 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,427 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Mineral receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mineral?

Mineral enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.2 inches, with 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in Mineral?

The job market in Mineral is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,019. There are 3,570 business establishments in the area, including 222 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 12.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mineral?

The median home value in Mineral is $226,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $458,998. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,199. Fair market rent is $1,181 for a 1-bedroom and $1,369 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 71.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,367.

How are the schools in Mineral?

Schools in Mineral score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.9% of adults in Mineral hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mineral?

The obesity rate in Mineral is 34.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 22.9% are physically inactive. 24.5% of residents report depression. 9.6% lack health insurance. 71.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,082.

What is transportation like in Mineral?

The average commute in Mineral is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mineral?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mineral is 75% White, 7.7% Black or African American. 95% of residents speak only English at home, while 5% speak Spanish. 10.2% of the population are military veterans. 27.4% of residents have a disability. 92.5% have health insurance coverage.

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