Virginia
Saltville is a small town in Virginia with a population of 2,056. Residents earn $46,098 per year, which is 39% below the national average.
Based on current data, Saltville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Saltville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Saltville is $46,098, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Saltville is $92,000, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $579 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Saltville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 49 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,320 per 100,000, 33% below the national average.
11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Saltville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $46,098 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,826 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $928 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,317 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.4% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 816 |
| County GDP | $1,349M |
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Healthcare | 57 |
| Retail | 105 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,212 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.40% |
| Commute Time | 22.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
| Census Median | $92,000 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $114,081 |
| Census Median Rent | $579 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,212 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.40% |
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.6% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.5% |
| Depression | 28.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 14,259/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 57 |
| Total Violent | 48.9/100K |
| 87% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 48.9/100K |
| Total Property | 1,319.7/100K |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 146.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,124.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 48.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 53.9°F |
| 0% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.2 inches |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 10.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,710 ft (521 m) |
| Area | 8.0 sq mi (20.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 256/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.8759°N, 81.7629°W |
| County FIPS | 51173 |
Winner: Republican by 60.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.2% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.58 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 256/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 57 |
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Retail Stores | 105 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 22.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |