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Selma, VA
Full City Profile · Virginia · Covington city County
Selma, VA
At a Glance
How Selma Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Selma's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Selma a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Selma residents earn a median household income of $58,603 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,279. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 29.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 293 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Selma is $96,900 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $138,927. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1949.
Safety & Crime
Selma reports 173 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 55% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,918/100K.
Education
0.0% of adults in Selma hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below the national average). 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Selma has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.