South Boston, VA
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South Boston, VA
At a Glance
How South Boston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Boston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Boston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Boston residents earn a median household income of $41,102 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,427. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,022 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Boston is $157,300 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $152,829. Median rent is $756/month, with 32.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
South Boston reports 477 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 26% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,527/100K.
Education
19.5% of adults in South Boston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 85.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Boston has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches.