Pearisburg, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Giles County County
Pearisburg, VA
At a Glance
How Pearisburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pearisburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pearisburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pearisburg residents earn a median household income of $72,924 , which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,052. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 445 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pearisburg is $160,200 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $225,056. Median rent is $815/month, with 22.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Pearisburg reports 71 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 81% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,067/100K.
Education
13.8% of adults in Pearisburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 96.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pearisburg has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.