Virginia
Saxis is a small town in Virginia with a population of 233. Residents earn $40,313 per year, which is 46% below the national average.
Based on current data, Saxis receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Saxis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Saxis is $40,313, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 39.7% 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 Saxis is $89,100, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Saxis 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. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,313 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,155 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,012 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,546 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 39.7% |
| 220% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,264 |
| County GDP | $2,039M |
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 146 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,826 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.17% |
| Commute Time | 23.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |
| Census Median | $89,100 |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $152,212 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,063 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
| Owner-Occupied | 94.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,826 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.17% |
| Obesity | 39.3% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.7% |
| Heart Disease | 7.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.6% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 10.0% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.6% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 21.5% |
| Physical Distress | 16.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 12,239/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 41.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
| Annual Average | 58.8°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.2 inches |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 6.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 568/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9262°N, 75.7236°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County FIPS | 51001 |
Winner: Republican by 13.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 4.1% |
| 88% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.58 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 568/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.4 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 65.1% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
| Restaurants | 100 |
| Retail Stores | 146 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 23.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |