Pembroke, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Pembroke is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,130. Residents earn $57,841 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,130 Population 1,037/sq mi density
$57,841 Median Income $39,653 per capita
$132,000 Home Value $211,226 Zillow
$814 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
91 Violent Crime/100K 2,459 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$57,841 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,000 home value, $814/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
91 violent crimes/100K (76% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,841
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,000
53% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 91/100K
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $814
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,130
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density1,037/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,841
Per Capita$39,653
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$923M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,000
Rent$814
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,226

Crime

F
Violent91/100K
Property2,459/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault91/100K
Burglary364/100K

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Elevation1,687 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+85.6%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Libraries2

Is Pembroke a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pembroke receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Pembroke offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pembroke is $57,841, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pembroke is $132,000, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $814 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Pembroke is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 91 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,459 per 100,000, 25% above the national average.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Pembroke experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 22.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Pembroke has a population of 1,130 with a density of 1,037 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

1,130
Total Population
1,037
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Pembroke vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.5%
44% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pembroke vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pembroke is $57,841, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Pembroke vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,841
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,653
Avg Weekly Wage$1,234
IRS Avg AGI$60,597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)445
County GDP$923M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare35
Retail61
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,542
27% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Pembroke is $132,000, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $814 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,226.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,000
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,226

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$142
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$814
30% below US avg

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-Occupied63.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,542
27% below US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
In Pembroke, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.5%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death12,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access83.9%
Healthcare Facilities35
Pembroke has a violent crime rate of 91 per 100,000 residents, 76% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,459 per 100,000 (25% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent91.1/100K
76% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault91.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,459.0/100K
25% above US avg
Burglary364.3/100K
Theft2,094.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Pembroke 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 is 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall22.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,687 ft (514 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density1,037/sq mi
Coordinates37.3219°N, 80.6365°W
County FIPS51071
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.9%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+85.6%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,037/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants29
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Work from Home7.1%

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