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Pungoteague, VA

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Pungoteague is a small town in Virginia with a population of 187. Residents earn $152,617 per year, which is 103% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
187 Population 72/sq mi density
$152,617 Median Income $54,689 per capita
$141,800 Home Value
59°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$152,617 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$141,800 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $152,617
103% higher than US avg
Home Value $141,800
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.6%
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population187
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density72/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$152,617
Per Capita$54,689
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,039M
Commute48 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$141,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units196

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured12.7%
Smoking18.0%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+7.7%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute48 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries2

Is Pungoteague a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pungoteague receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Pungoteague stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pungoteague is $152,617, which is significantly higher than the national average — 103% above $75,149. This places Pungoteague among higher-income communities. 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%. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pungoteague is $141,800, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Pungoteague enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Pungoteague has a population of 187 with a density of 72 people per square mile. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

187
Total Population
72
People / sq mi
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pungoteague vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pungoteague vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pungoteague is $152,617, which is 103% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: Pungoteague vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$152,617
103% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,689
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$57,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,264
County GDP$2,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare56
Retail146
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.9 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pungoteague is $141,800, 50% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,800
50% below US avg

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-Occupied60.7%
Housing Units196
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.99%
In Pungoteague, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.2%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured12.7%
48% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits53.9%
Premature Death12,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access41.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Pungoteague has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density72/sq mi
Coordinates37.6286°N, 75.8165°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 43%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.6%
3% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+7.7%
School Test Score5.58
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density72/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants100
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.9 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.0%

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