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Saluda, VA

Virginia · Middlesex County

Saluda is a small town in Virginia with a population of 588. Residents earn $115,398 per year, which is 54% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
588 Population 181/sq mi density
$115,398 Median Income $31,022 per capita
$235,800 Home Value $323,601 Zillow
59°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$115,398 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$235,800 home value
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $115,398
54% higher than US avg
Home Value $235,800
16% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.1%
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population588
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density181/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$115,398
Per Capita$31,022
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$523M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$235,800
Ownership72.2%
Zillow$323,601
Housing Units174
Rent Burden25.2%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property292/100K

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking13.7%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.1%
High School+78.8%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score6.16

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute23 min
Broadband81.2%
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Saluda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saluda receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Saluda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saluda is $115,398, which is significantly higher than the national average / 54% above $75,149. This places Saluda 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 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saluda is $235,800, 16% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Saluda is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 292 per 100,000, 85% below the national average.

Education

25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Saluda 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 47.9 inches, including 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Saluda has a population of 588 with a density of 181 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.2% female and 55.8% male. The city is predominantly White (54.6%), with 27.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 80.5% of residents, while 19.5% speak Spanish. 3.5% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 3.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 72.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

588
Total Population
181
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Saluda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 80.5%
3% above US avg
Spanish 19.5%
46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Saluda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saluda is $115,398, which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,022 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $894, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 413 business establishments, including 28 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 27.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Saluda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,398
54% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,022
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$80,176
Gini Index0.411 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)413
County GDP$523M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare18
Retail38
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,015
15% above US avg
Cost of Living101.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone66.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Saluda is $235,800, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,601, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $1,181 for a one-bedroom to $1,369 for a two-bedroom apartment. 72.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 174 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1992. The average annual property tax is $4,015. 25.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$235,800
16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$323,601

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.2%

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

Homeownership72.2%
Owner-Occupied72.2%
Renter-Occupied27.8%
Housing Units174
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,015
15% above US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In Saluda, 38.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 33.7% have high blood pressure. 13.7% are current smokers. 17.8% report binge drinking. 22.2% are physically inactive. 22.0% report depression. 16.6% experience frequent mental distress. 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,695. The dentist ratio is 1:2,189. 39.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.7%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.5%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,695
Dentists1:2,189
Mental Health1:1,365
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death13,582/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access39.3%
Healthcare Facilities18
Saluda has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 292 per 100,000, 85% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Saluda receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Saluda vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property292.4/100K
85% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents151
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Saluda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 9.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density181/sq mi
Coordinates37.6053°N, 76.5938°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyMiddlesex County County
Nearest AirportNewport News/Williamsburg International (PHF)
33 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.9"
26% above US avg
Snowfall 9.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.61"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.95"

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score23.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability83.2 / 100
Community Resilience78.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 14, 2025.

Aug 23, 2011 11 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M5.8 123 km
Aug 25, 2011 8 km SW of Mineral, Virginia M4.5 127 km
Aug 24, 2011 11 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M4.2 125 km
Mar 15, 1991 7 km NNW of Goochland, Virginia M3.8 117 km
May 5, 2003 Virginia M3.6 120 km
Aug 24, 2011 16 km NNW of Goochland, Virginia M3.4 122 km
Sep 1, 2011 7 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M3.4 124 km
May 22, 2014 15 km ENE of Cumberland, Virginia M3.1 130 km
Jan 30, 2012 9 km SSE of Louisa, Virginia M3.1 128 km
Oct 12, 2011 9 km S of Louisa, Virginia M3.0 128 km
Oct 2, 2010 10 km NNW of Ashland, Virginia M3.0 86 km
Mar 26, 2012 13 km S of Louisa, Virginia M3.0 127 km
Aug 3, 1995 13 km N of Williamsburg, Virginia M2.9 25 km
Aug 23, 2011 9 km SSW of Mineral, Virginia M2.8 123 km
Mar 15, 2015 6 km SW of Mineral, Virginia M2.8 126 km
Jan 14, 2025 1 km NNE of Wyndham, Virginia M2.8 90 km
Feb 19, 2012 12 km S of Louisa, Virginia M2.7 127 km
Aug 29, 2011 10 km S of Louisa, Virginia M2.7 128 km
Feb 3, 2020 10 km S of Louisa, Virginia M2.7 130 km
Feb 9, 2023 29 km E of Greenbackville, Virginia M2.6 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Dorian (2019, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Dorian Category 2 260 km
2014 Arthur Category 2 214 km
2011 Irene Category 1 111 km
2004 Alex Category 2 282 km
2003 Isabel Category 2 141 km
1999 Floyd Category 1 100 km
1998 Bonnie Category 1 203 km
1993 Emily Category 3 224 km
1991 Bob Category 3 223 km
1986 Charley Category 1 111 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 156 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

343 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 13 fatalities, 660 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 6, 1993 EF4 87 km 4
Apr 30, 2023 EF3 92 km 0
Feb 24, 2016 EF3 42 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF3 51 km 2
Apr 28, 2008 EF3 100 km 0
Apr 28, 2002 EF3 94 km 0
Apr 1, 1998 EF3 95 km 2
Aug 6, 1993 EF3 3 km 0
Oct 18, 1990 EF3 45 km 1
Oct 14, 1986 EF3 46 km 0
May 8, 1984 EF3 71 km 0
May 8, 1984 EF3 85 km 0
Sep 5, 1979 EF3 71 km 0
Nov 2, 1966 EF3 43 km 0
May 3, 2021 EF2 39 km 0
Aug 4, 2020 EF2 23 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 49 km 0
Sep 17, 2018 EF2 92 km 1
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 97 km 0
Apr 16, 2011 EF2 23 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: RETAINING ECOLOGICAL HEALTH (5,678 ac, 2004).

Year Name Acres Distance
2004 RETAINING ECOLOGICAL HEALTH 5,678 98 km
2014 BLACKWATER MARSH WUI BURNS FY14 5,433 99 km
1999 FB R O C I 3,525 98 km
2019 MDBWR-FY19-RX-MDWHS SUPPORT 3,197 99 km
2011 COMPARTMENT J 2,775 99 km
1987 UNNAMED 1,692 99 km
2004 ROBBINS FIRE 1,612 96 km
2009 BECKERS ISLAND 1,398 98 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,260 97 km
1999 FB A 3 1,156 98 km
2011 COMPARTMENT E42 AND 43 991 98 km
2005 UNNAMED 942 96 km
2007 L 1 J 2 FB B 1 FB F 1 736 100 km
2012 UNNAMED 735 89 km
2008 J 2 719 100 km
2005 MOSQUITO DITCH 718 99 km
2007 UNNAMED 713 97 km
2002 UNNAMED 697 92 km
2017 VAGDR FY17 RX DGIF SUPPORT 674 87 km
2001 A 1 M 2 594 98 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 3.3 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.1 in
April 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in Driest
May 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in
June 73°F (23°C) 3.6 in
July 79°F (26°C) 4.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 4.3 in
September 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
October 59°F (15°C) 3.3 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in
December 42°F (5°C) 3.2 in

Saluda has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 39°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.6") and April the driest (3.0").

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Saluda is located in Middlesex County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 25.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 26% below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 63.3% of the vote, a 27.4-point margin. 81.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 18 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 66.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.3%
D 35.9%

Winner: Republican by 27.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents151
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.1%
26% below US avg
High School+78.8%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score6.16
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density181/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi
CountyMiddlesex County County

Services

Broadband Access81.2%
Avg Download Speed98.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed6.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants28
Retail Stores38

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone66.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.1%
Average costs for common services in Saluda. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $253 ($152–$404)
Specialist Visit $354 ($202–$556)
Urgent Care Visit $202 ($101–$354)
Emergency Room Visit $2,224 ($809–$5,055)
Dental Cleaning $131 ($76–$202)
Dental Filling $253 ($152–$404)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $46 ($25–$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $76 ($51–$121)
Brake Pad Replacement $303 ($152–$506)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$76)
New Tires (Set of 4) $607 ($404–$1,011)
Battery Replacement $202 ($101–$354)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $101 ($61–$152)
Electrician (Per Hour) $91 ($51–$142)
HVAC Repair $404 ($152–$809)
HVAC System Install $7,077 ($4,044–$12,132)
Roof Repair $1,011 ($404–$2,022)
Roof Replacement $9,099 ($5,561–$15,165)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,517 ($506–$3,539)
Divorce (Contested) $15,165 ($5,055–$30,330)
DUI Defense $5,055 ($2,022–$10,110)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,517 ($809–$3,033)
Will Preparation $506 ($202–$1,011)
Trust Preparation $2,528 ($1,011–$5,055)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut $56 ($30–$101)
Hair Coloring (Full) $152 ($76–$253)
Manicure $25 ($15–$46)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$66)
Massage (1 Hour) $81 ($51–$131)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.15 ($3.03–$5.56)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.54 ($2.53–$5.06)
Loaf of Bread $3.84 ($2.53–$5.56)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.55 ($3.03–$6.57)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.56 ($4.04–$7.58)
Rice (per lb) $1.01 ($0.61–$1.82)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $142 ($81–$253)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $71 ($30–$152)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $71 ($40–$121)
Internet (Monthly) $71 ($40–$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $66 ($30–$101)
Cable TV (Monthly) $86 ($51–$152)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $202 ($76–$506)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,022 ($1,213–$3,539)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $71 ($30–$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.09–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $101 ($30–$253)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$76)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,213 ($607–$2,528)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,011 ($506–$2,022)
After-School Care (Monthly) $404 ($202–$708)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $51 ($25–$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,011 ($404–$2,528)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,638 ($5,055–$30,330)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $61 ($30–$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $101 ($51–$202)
Dog Grooming $61 ($30–$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter $303 ($152–$506)
Cat Spay/Neuter $202 ($101–$404)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$908
Toddler$691
Preschool$634
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$765
Toddler$658
Preschool$640
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Middlesex County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 332 35 $32,894 0.98
Accommodation & Food Services 319 30 $28,007 1.04
Construction 300 52 $60,255 1.69
Arts & Entertainment 146 15 $36,037 2.56
Manufacturing 135 16 $50,571 0.48
Other Services 124 38 $36,137 1.22
Transportation & Warehousing 97 14 $74,250 0.68
Professional & Technical Services 92 40 $66,777 0.39
Wholesale Trade 81 20 $54,634 0.61
Finance & Insurance 62 19 $91,348 0.45
Information & Technology 32 7 $38,013 0.50
Real Estate 18 8 $33,331 0.34
Unclassified 12 4 $58,281 2.54

Schools in Saluda

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Middlesex Elementary Elementary 611 47 13.0:1
MIDDLESEX HIGH High 346 30 11.5:1
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Radio Stations near Saluda

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WCWM college radio, freeform MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Saluda

46 national parks and monuments found near Saluda.

ParkTypeFee
Belle Isle State Park State Park Free
Bill Burton State Park State Park Free
Caledon State Park State Park Free
Calvert Cliffs Sp State Park Free
Cape Henry Memorial Part of Colonial National Historical Park Part of Colonial National Historical Park Free
Chapel Point Sp State Park Free
Chippokes Plantation State Park State Park Free
Choptank River Fishing Pier State Park State Park Free
Colonial National Historical Park National Historical Park $15
False Cape State Park State Park Free
First Landing State Park State Park Free
Fort Monroe National Monument National Monument Free
Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park National Military Park Free
George Washington Birthplace National Monument National Monument Free
Greenwell Sp State Park Free
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park State Park Free
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad State Park State Park Free
Historic Jamestowne Part of Colonial National Historical Park Part of Colonial National Historical Park $15
Janes Island Sp State Park Free
Janes Island State Park State Park Free
Kiptopeke State Park State Park Free
Leesylvania State Park State Park Free
Machicomoco State Park State Park Free
Maggie L Walker National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Mattawoman Nea State Park Free
MATTAWOMAN NEA - Mattawoman Wildland State Park Free
Maxwell Hall Nrma State Park Free
Middle Peninsula State Park State Park Free
Nanjemoy Natural Resource Management Area State Park Free
Newtowne Neck Sp State Park Free
Petersburg National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Pocahontas State Park State Park Free
Point Lookout Sp State Park Free
Prince William Forest Park Park $20
Richmond National Battlefield Park National Battlefield Park Free
Smallwood Sp State Park Free
St Marys River Sp State Park Free
St. Clements Island Sp State Park Free
Thomas Stone National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Westmoreland State Park State Park Free
Widewater State Park State Park Free
York River State Park State Park Free
Yorktown Battlefield Part of Colonial National Historical Park Part of Colonial National Historical Park $15
Zekiah Swamp Nea State Park Free
ZEKIAH SWAMP NEA - Zekiah Swamp Wildland State Park Free

Museums in Saluda

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MARY BALL WASHINGTON MUSEUM & LIBRARYHISTORY MUSEUM8346 MARY BALL RD$143,364
STEAMBOAT MUSEUM AT IRVINGTONGENERAL MUSEUM156 KING CARTER DRIVE8044386888$75,999
ROSEWELL FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8046932585$75,048
MORATTICO WATERFRONT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$48,307
76TH REGIMENT OF FOOT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GLOUCESTER COUNTY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6539 MAIN STREET8046931234
HISTORIC CHRIST CHURCH BURYING GROUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION420 CHRIST CHURCH RD8044386855
KILMARNOCK MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM76 N MAIN STREET8044369100
LANCASTER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MIDDLESEX COUNTY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8047583663
MIDDLESEX COUNTY MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION777 GENERAL PULLER HIGHWAY8047583663
NORTHUMBERLAND PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RIVER BIRCH ANIMAL FARMZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
WARE NECK STOREHISTORIC PRESERVATION6495 WARE NECK ROAD8043840710

Libraries in Saluda

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WILLIAMSBURG REGIONAL LIBRARY7770 CROAKER ROAD0.0670,993
GLOUCESTER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY6920 MAIN STREET0.0196,290
LANCASTER COMMUNITY LIBRARY235 SCHOOL STREET0.081,263
MIDDLESEX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY150 GRACE STREET0.023,898

Farmers Markets in Saluda

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Irvington Farmers Market
Middlesex County Farmers MarketRoute 33
Saluda Outdoor Farmers MarketCourthouse Square
Summer Nights Market 6539 Main Street Wed: 4:30 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Town of West Point, Virginia1000 Chelsea Road 06/06/2015 to Sat: 8:30 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Urbanna Farmers MarketBonner St and Rappahannock St.Visit
Volunteer fire dept.farmers market3135 forge road01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014

Restaurants in Saluda

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anna's Pizza, Subs & More
Baybound Bar & Grill
Chad's Dad's BBQ Plus
China Spring
Nooner's Bar and Grille

Clinics in Saluda

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Middlesex County Health Clinic

Gas Stations in Saluda

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

7-Eleven
7-Eleven
BP
Exxon

Banks in Saluda

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

C&F Bank

Golf Courses in Saluda

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Piankatank River Golf Club

Breweries in Saluda

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brass Cannon Brewing CoVA">Brewery8105 Richmond Rd
Lancaster TavernRestaurant, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Hotel, Bar & Grill Restaurants8373 Mary Ball Rd8044620080Visit

Nursing Homes in Saluda

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
RIVERSIDE CONVAL CENTER-SALUDA
PO BOX 303 US 17
Non profit - Corporation 60 57 4/5 3/5 2/5 8047582363
DOCKSIDE HEALTH & REHAB CENTER
74 MIZPAH ROAD
For profit - Partnership 64 43 8047585260

Cell Towers in Saluda

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Toano) 185 INDUSTRIAL BLVDGTOWER130
ON RT 628 3 MI SETOWER106
ON RT 628 3 MI SETOWER106
ROUTE 2, NORTH EAST OF ROUTE 201TOWER96
ROUTE 2, NORTH EAST OF ROUTE 201TOWER96
ROUTE 607 AND ROUTE 3 (78280)GTOWER95
( West Point) 1060 THOMPSON AVE WEST POINT ELEM SCHOOLGTOWER91
( West Point) 1060 THOMPSON AVE WEST POINT ELEM SCHOOLGTOWER91
E. ON 601 FOR .8 MI. FROM INT. OF 601 & 17TOWER91
E. ON 601 FOR .8 MI. FROM INT. OF 601 & 17TOWER91
(Lankford) 8315 Mary Ball RoadLTOWER81
(Lankford) 8315 Mary Ball RoadLTOWER81
STATE ROUTE 644 (78293)LTOWER81
HCR 61, Box 355 (114145)LTOWER79
55 Oaks Landing Drive (114385)LTOWER79
2528 General Puller HwyTOWER75
2528 General Puller HwyTOWER75
GLOUCESTER CO. VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT. RT. 610TOWER59

Power Plants Near Saluda

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
WASTE MANAGEMENT MIDDLE PENINSULA LFGTELANDFILL GAS221117-76.6OP

Bridges in Saluda

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete19311135,276P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19571545,276F
Girder/FloorbeamPrestressed concrete2021555,075G
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete1941452,697G
CulvertConcrete1950212,678G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1975152577F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200195303G

Correctional Facilities in Saluda

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
MIDDLE PENINSULA REGIONAL JAIL170 OAKES LANDING RDCOUNTY207121OPEN

Airports Near Saluda

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Norfolk International AirportORFLarge Airport
Richmond International AirportRICLarge Airport
Felker Army Air FieldFAFMedium Airport
Langley Air Force BaseLFIMedium Airport
Newport News Williamsburg International AirportPHFMedium Airport
Norfolk Naval Station (Chambers Field)NGUMedium Airport
Patuxent River Naval Air Station (Trapnell Field)NHKMedium Airport
Aberdeen FieldSmall Airport
Apple Grove AirportSmall Airport
Barton Hall AirfieldSmall Airport
Bigler AirfieldSmall Airport
Bill Davenport Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Branham Mill AirparkSmall Airport
Brooklyn AirportSmall Airport
Bull Farm AirportSmall Airport
Camp Peary Landing StripSmall Airport
Campbell FieldSmall Airport
Chandler AirportSmall Airport
Cherry FieldSmall Airport
Cherrystone AirportSmall Airport
Christian's AirportSmall Airport
Clements AirportSmall Airport
Crabbe AirportSmall Airport
D&B AirportSmall Airport
Dahlgren Naval Surface Warfare Center AirportDGNSmall Airport
Deerfield AirportSmall Airport
Devil's Reach Landing AirportSmall Airport
Doves Nest FieldSmall Airport
Eagles Nest AirportSmall Airport
Earth AirportSmall Airport
Federhart-Ophelia AirportSmall Airport
Folly Neck AirportSmall Airport
Foster FieldSmall Airport
Garner AirportSmall Airport
Hampton AirportSmall Airport
Handy StripSmall Airport
Henshaw AirportSmall Airport
Holly Point AirportSmall Airport
Hummel FieldSmall Airport
Hunt AirportSmall Airport
Jett AirparkSmall Airport
Lee FieldSmall Airport
Longbranch AirportSmall Airport
Machipongo International AirportSmall Airport
Manquin Flight Park UltralightportSmall Airport
Mary Walker LZ AirportAPHSmall Airport
Matts AirportSmall Airport
Melville AirstripSmall Airport
Middle Peninsula Regional AirportSmall Airport
Naval Outlying Landing Field WebsterSmall Airport

Police Stations in Saluda

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Gloucester County Sheriff7502 Justice Drive
Gloucester County Sheriff's Office
Lancaster County Sheriff's Office
Middlesex County Sheriff's Office75 Oaks Landing Road
Virginia Marine Police, Northern Area Office5366 Jessie Dupont Memorial Highway
Virginia State Police Division 5 Area 33 Office
West Point Police Department

Grocery Stores in Saluda

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven 20570KConvenience Store14865 G W Mem Hwy
Adner Express MartConvenience Store12228 George Washington Memorial Hwy
Dollar General 472Other126 General Puller Hwy
Food Lion 1366Supermarket12532 Tidewater Trl
Sunnyside Saluda 1Convenience Store927 Gloucester Road

Treatment Centers in Saluda

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bacon Street Youth and Family Services - Gloucester LocationSubstance Abuse757-253-0111
Master Center for Addiction MedicineBoth804-315-3135
Middle Peninsula/Northern Neck CSB - Gloucester Counseling CenterBoth804-693-5057
Rappahannock General Hospital - Bridges Structured Outpatient ProgramMental Health804-435-9237

DOL Wage Violations in Saluda

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $2,493 in back wages owed to 3 employees.

1
Violations
$2,493
Back Wages Owed
3
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
County of Middlesex, Virginia 23149 1 $2,493 $831 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saluda

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FREE METHODIST CHURCH OF NORTH AMERICA668 PHILPOT RD
HANDS ACROSS MIDDLESEX INTERFAITH OUTREACH INCPO BOX 85
LIVING WATERS OF REHOBOTH CHURCHPO BOX 1274
MID-TIDEWATER BAPTIST ASSOCIATIONPO BOX 302
SALUDA BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 452
TERESA R SUTHERLIN MINISTRIES INC11821 TIDEWATER TRAIL

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UFO Sightings
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Haunted Places
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Frequently Asked Questions About Saluda

What is the population of Saluda?

Saluda has a population of 588 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 181 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.4 years. The population is 44.2% female and 55.8% male.

Is Saluda expensive to live in?

Saluda has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $115,398, 54% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $235,800 (16% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Saluda safe?

Saluda is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 292 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Saluda receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Saluda?

Saluda enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.9 inches, with 9.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in Saluda?

The job market in Saluda is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $894. There are 413 business establishments in the area, including 28 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 27.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Saluda?

The median home value in Saluda is $235,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,601. The homeownership rate is 72.2%. The average annual property tax is $4,015.

How are the schools in Saluda?

Schools in Saluda score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 25.1% of adults in Saluda hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. 4.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Saluda?

The obesity rate in Saluda is 38.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.7% of adults are smokers. 22.2% are physically inactive. 22.0% of residents report depression. 8.6% lack health insurance. 39.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,695.

What is transportation like in Saluda?

The average commute in Saluda is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 66.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 27.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Saluda?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Saluda is 54.6% White, 27.4% Black or African American. 80.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 19.5% speak Spanish. 3.5% of the population are military veterans. 3.7% of residents have a disability. 72.5% have health insurance coverage.

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