Painter, VA

Virginia

Painter is a small town in Virginia with a population of 304. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
304 Population 468/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $23,733 per capita
$120,000 Home Value $188,102 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent 27.2% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,000 home value, $1,125/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,000
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population304
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density468/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$23,733
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$2,039M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,000
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,102
Rent Burden27.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation35 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+73.8%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute18 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries2

Is Painter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Painter receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Painter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Painter is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 4.0% 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 Painter is $120,000, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Painter 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.

Painter has a population of 304 with a density of 468 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.6%), with 18.8% Black.

Population

304
Total Population
468
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Painter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.4%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.6%
54% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Painter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Painter is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Painter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,733
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$57,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% 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 Rate2.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Drive Alone66.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Painter is $120,000, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,102.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,000
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,102

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden27.2%

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-Occupied81.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
Effective Rate2.36%
In Painter, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 34.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure40.3%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.3%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity34.0%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death12,239/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Painter 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

Elevation35 ft (11 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density468/sq mi
Coordinates37.5852°N, 75.7838°W
County FIPS51001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 43%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.2%
52% below US avg
High School+73.8%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density468/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants100
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Drive Alone66.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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