Bachelor's+
14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Powhatan Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population27
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 30%
Veterans24.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,804
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,047M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain55.2 in/yr
Elevation123 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+95.2%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
CommuteN/A
Broadband17.0%
Libraries3
Is Powhatan a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Powhatan receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Powhatan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Powhatan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Powhatan has a population of 27 with a density of 50 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (70.4%), with 29.6% White.
Population
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Powhatan is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $23,804 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $885 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,778 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,053 |
| County GDP | $2,047M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 103 |
| Healthcare | 96 |
| Retail | 124 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,812 |
| 20% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,812 |
| 20% below US avg |
In Powhatan, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Powhatan vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.8% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.5% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.1% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 83.0% |
| Premature Death | 15,750/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 96 |
Crime Rates: Powhatan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
Safety Score
Powhatan has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 66.6°F |
| 23% above US avg |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 55.2 inches |
| 45% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 123 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.8738°N, 93.2032°W |
| County FIPS | 22069 |