Sandy Level, VA

Virginia

Sandy Level is a small town in Virginia with a population of 466. Residents earn $41,349 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
466 Population 69/sq mi density
$41,349 Median Income $16,206 per capita
56°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$41,349 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,349
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.2%
96% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population466
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density69/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,349
Per Capita$16,206
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
Commute24 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,257

Health

Obesity44.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation693 ft (211 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.2%
High School+86.8%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute24 min
Broadband79.5%
Libraries1

Is Sandy Level a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sandy Level receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sandy Level has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sandy Level is $41,349, 45% below the national average of $75,149. 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 24 minutes.

Education

1.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Sandy Level enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 9.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Sandy Level has a population of 466 with a density of 69 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.8%), with 35.2% Black.

Population

466
Total Population
69
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.8%
Female 35.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sandy Level vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sandy Level vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sandy Level is $41,349, which is 45% below 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 24 minutes.

Income: Sandy Level vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,349
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,206
Avg Weekly Wage$836
IRS Avg AGI$50,699

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)959

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare105
Retail81
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,257.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$169,257

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-Occupied56.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
In Sandy Level, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sandy Level vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes15.9%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure41.0%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.2%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity33.1%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death19,661/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities105
Sandy Level has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall9.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation693 ft (211 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.5 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates36.5738°N, 79.7281°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51690
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 1.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.6-point margin. 79.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 22.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.2%
96% below US avg
High School+86.8%
School Test Score5.58
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density69/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities105
Restaurants41
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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