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Pocahontas, VA

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Pocahontas is a small town in Virginia with a population of 219. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
219 Population 384/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $22,905 per capita
$76,700 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,700 home value, $725/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,700
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population219
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density384/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$22,905
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty17.5%
County GDP$2,337M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,700
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units161
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

Obesity42.2%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking22.4%
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation2,472 ft (753 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+83.2%
Graduate+0.8%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute22 min
Broadband95.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Pocahontas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pocahontas receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Pocahontas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pocahontas is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pocahontas is $76,700, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Pocahontas experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Pocahontas has a population of 219 with a density of 384 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

219
Total Population
384
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Pocahontas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pocahontas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pocahontas is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Pocahontas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,905
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$53,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,682
County GDP$2,337M

Business (County)

Restaurants114
Healthcare196
Retail202
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,279
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Pocahontas is $76,700, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,700
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

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-Occupied54.7%
Housing Units161
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,279
35% below US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Pocahontas, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 22.4% are current smokers. 30.3% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma12.3%
COPD10.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.4%
60% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression30.3%
Mental Distress23.0%
Physical Distress18.0%
Short Sleep42.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits55.7%
Premature Death18,112/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities196
Pocahontas has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,472 ft (753 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density384/sq mi
Coordinates37.3097°N, 81.3458°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.3-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+83.2%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density384/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities196
Restaurants114
Retail Stores202

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.9%

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