Southampton Meadows, VA

Virginia

Southampton Meadows is a small town in Virginia with a population of 255. Residents earn $52,535 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
255 Population 879/sq mi density
$52,535 Median Income $12,796 per capita
59°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$52,535 median income, 22.4% unemployment
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,535
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 22.4%
522% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.5%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population255
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density879/mi²
Male / Female22% / 78%
Largest GroupWhite 17%
Veterans14.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$52,535
Per Capita$12,796
Unemployment22.4%
Poverty22.5%
Commute105 min

Health

Obesity42.4%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking13.4%
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation17 ft (5 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute105 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries1

Is Southampton Meadows a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Southampton Meadows receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Southampton Meadows faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Southampton Meadows is $52,535, 30% below the national average of $75,149. At 22.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 105 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Southampton Meadows enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Southampton Meadows has a population of 255 with a density of 879 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (83.5%), with 16.5% White.

Population

255
Total Population
879
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 22%
Female 78%

Race & Ethnicity

Southampton Meadows vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Southampton Meadows vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Southampton Meadows is $52,535, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 22.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 105 minutes.

Income: Southampton Meadows vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,535
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,796
Avg Weekly Wage$800
IRS Avg AGI$55,112

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment22.4%
522% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.5%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)320

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare52
Retail56
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,821
19% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time105.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Southampton Meadows, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 20.0% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Southampton Meadows vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure40.4%
Asthma12.5%
COPD5.3%
Cancer5.0%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking12.5%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep46.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate82.2%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death19,349/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.6/10
Exercise Access98.0%
Healthcare Facilities52
Southampton Meadows has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.4°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation17 ft (5 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density879/sq mi
Coordinates36.5916°N, 76.9293°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51620
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.8-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density879/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants28
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute105.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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