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Pastoria, VA

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Pastoria is a small town in Virginia with a population of 789. Residents earn $45,809 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
789 Population 357/sq mi density
$45,809 Median Income $20,330 per capita
$117,300 Home Value
59°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$45,809 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,300 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,809
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,300
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.4%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population789
Median Age48.2 yrs
Density357/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 14%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,809
Per Capita$20,330
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$2,039M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units339
Rent Burden24.7%

Health

Obesity47.4%
Uninsured23.0%
Smoking24.0%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease8.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation34 ft (10 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+52.4%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute27 min
Broadband63.4%
Libraries2

Is Pastoria a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pastoria is $45,809, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pastoria is $117,300, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Pastoria 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. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Pastoria has a population of 789 with a density of 357 people per square mile. The median age is 48.2 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (55.9%), with 14.4% White.

Population

789
Total Population
357
People / sq mi
48.2yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.9%
Female 40.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Pastoria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only41.7%
47% below US avg
Spanish58.3%
335% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pastoria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pastoria is $45,809, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Pastoria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,809
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,330
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$57,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% 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 Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone59.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pastoria is $117,300, 58% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,300
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.7%

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-Occupied58.7%
Housing Units339
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Pastoria, 47.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% of residents lack health insurance. 24.0% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 43.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.4%
48% above US avg
Diabetes19.4%
Heart Disease8.4%
High Blood Pressure45.4%
Asthma13.0%
COPD11.4%
Cancer5.4%
Stroke5.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.0%
71% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.1%
Physical Inactivity43.7%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress19.7%
Short Sleep41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.8%
Uninsured23.0%
167% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits47.3%
Premature Death12,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access41.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Pastoria 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. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation34 ft (10 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density357/sq mi
Coordinates37.7450°N, 75.6358°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin. 63.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 43%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+52.4%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density357/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.4%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants100
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone59.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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