Springville, VA

Virginia

Springville is a small town in Virginia with a population of 953. Residents earn $44,286 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
953 Population 128/sq mi density
$44,286 Median Income $27,730 per capita
$94,600 Home Value
$597 Median Rent 38.8% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$44,286 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,600 home value, $597/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,286
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $94,600
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $597
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population953
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density128/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,286
Per Capita$27,730
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$1,716M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,600
Rent$597
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden38.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation3,042 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute21 min
Broadband88.2%
Libraries4

Is Springville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Springville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Springville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Springville is $44,286, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Springville is $94,600, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $597 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Springville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 46.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Springville has a population of 953 with a density of 128 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%).

Population

953
Total Population
128
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
7.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Springville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Springville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Springville is $44,286, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Springville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,286
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,730
Avg Weekly Wage$861
IRS Avg AGI$61,094

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,000
County GDP$1,716M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare115
Retail178
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,764
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Springville is $94,600, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $597 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,600
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$597
49% below US avg
Rent Burden38.8%

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-Occupied75.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,764
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.92%
In Springville, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Springville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death15,250/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access71.2%
Healthcare Facilities115

Crime Rates: Springville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Springville has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall46.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,042 ft (927 m)
Area7.5 sq mi (19.3 km²)
Population Density128/sq mi
Coordinates37.1876°N, 81.3902°W
County FIPS51185
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.9-point margin. 88.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.2%
D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 68.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density128/sq mi
Total Area7.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.2%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities115
Restaurants74
Retail Stores178

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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