Home Value $96,400

66% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 6.2%

82% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.5%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 9.0%

150% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.7%

2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population235

Median Age65.0 yrs

Density97/mi²

Male / Female64% / 36%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$34,934

Unemployment9.0%

Poverty12.7%

County GDP$1,716M

Commute49 min

Housing

Home Value$96,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$135,202

Housing Units163

Health

Obesity40.5%

Uninsured10.5%

Smoking18.9%

Depression29.5%

Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI35 (Good)

Rain44.6 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation2,136 ft (651 m)

Education

Bachelor's+6.2%

High School+80.5%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%

Commute49 min

Broadband86.2%

Libraries4

Is Pounding Mill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pounding Mill receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Pounding Mill faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 9.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pounding Mill is $96,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Pounding Mill 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 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Pounding Mill has a population of 235 with a density of 97 people per square mile. The median age is 65.0 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%).

Population

235

Total Population

People / sq mi

65.0yrs

Median Age

67% above US avg

2.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.8%

Female 36.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Pounding Mill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pounding Mill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pounding Mill is N/A. The unemployment rate is 9.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Pounding Mill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$34,934
Avg Weekly Wage	$861
IRS Avg AGI	$61,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	9.0%
	150% above US avg
Poverty Rate	12.7%
	2% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,000
County GDP	$1,716M

Business (County)

Restaurants	74
Healthcare	115
Retail	178
Manufacturing	37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,764
	21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	49.2 min
Drive Alone	86.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pounding Mill is $96,400, 66% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,202.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$96,400
	66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$135,202

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	163
Median Year Built	1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,764
	21% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.87%

In Pounding Mill, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 29.5% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pounding Mill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.5%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	12.2%
Heart Disease	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	35.8%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	9.0%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.9%
	35% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.3%
Physical Inactivity	28.7%
Depression	29.5%
Mental Distress	21.1%
Physical Distress	16.3%
Short Sleep	40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.1%
Uninsured	10.5%
	22% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.5%
Dental Visits	59.1%
Premature Death	15,250/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.0/10
Exercise Access	71.2%
Healthcare Facilities	115

Pounding Mill has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 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 Average	53.4°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	33°F (1°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	44.6 inches
	17% above US avg
Snowfall	17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	35.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,136 ft (651 m)
Area	2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density	97/sq mi
Coordinates	37.0786°N, 81.7122°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	51185

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.9-point margin. 86.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.2%

D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 68.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	6.2%
	82% below US avg
High School+	80.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.58

F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	97/sq mi
Total Area	2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	86.2%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	115
Restaurants	74
Retail Stores	178

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	49.2 min
Drive Alone	86.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Pounding Mill, VA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Pounding Mill a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Pounding Mill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Pounding Mill vs U.S. Average

Income: Pounding Mill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Pounding Mill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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