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St. Paul, VA

Virginia · Russell County

St. Paul is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,046. Residents earn $29,554 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
1,046 Population 758/sq mi density
$29,554 Median Income $24,513 per capita
$178,800 Home Value $110,263 Zillow
$468 Median Rent 32.7% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
116 Violent Crime/100K 2,204 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$29,554 median income, 6.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$178,800 home value, $468/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
116 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $29,554
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,800
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 116/100K
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $468
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.1%
167% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,046
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density758/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

D
Median Income$29,554
Per Capita$24,513
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty33.1%
County GDP$904M
Commute19 min

Housing

B
Home Value$178,800
Rent$468
Ownership65.1%
Zillow$110,263
Housing Units522
Rent Burden32.7%

Crime

F
Violent116/100K
Property2,204/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault116/100K
Burglary232/100K

Health

Obesity44.5%
Uninsured12.1%
Smoking22.9%
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,496 ft (456 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+80.6%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute19 min
Broadband64.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is St. Paul a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Paul receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. St. Paul has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Paul is $29,554, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 33.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Paul is $178,800, 37% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $468 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

St. Paul is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,204 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

St. Paul experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

St. Paul has a population of 1,046 with a density of 758 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. The city is predominantly White (97.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.8% of residents. 9.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 25.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,046
Total Population
758
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Paul vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Paul vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Paul is $29,554, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,513 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $929, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 565 business establishments, including 34 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: St. Paul vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,554
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,513
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$55,630
Gini Index0.455 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.1%
167% above US avg
Establishments (County)565
County GDP$904M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare70
Retail77
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,915
45% below US avg
Cost of Living101.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone60.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Paul is $178,800, 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $110,263, lower than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $468 (60% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,181 for a one-bedroom to $1,369 for a two-bedroom apartment. 65.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 522 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1966. The average annual property tax is $1,915 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 32.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,800
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$110,263

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$468
60% below US avg
Rent Burden32.7%

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

Homeownership65.1%
Owner-Occupied65.1%
Renter-Occupied34.9%
Housing Units522
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,915
45% below US avg
Effective Rate1.07%
In St. Paul, 44.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.7% of residents, above the national average. 38.3% have high blood pressure. 22.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.9% report binge drinking. 33.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 29.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.9% experience frequent mental distress. 12.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,839. The dentist ratio is 1:8,483. 48.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: St. Paul vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.5%
39% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma12.3%
COPD11.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.9%
64% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity33.3%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress18.1%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Uninsured12.1%
41% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,839
Dentists1:8,483
Mental Health1:910
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits53.6%
Premature Death12,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities70
St. Paul has a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 116.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,204 per 100,000, 12% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,856, burglary at 232, vehicle theft at 116 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, St. Paul receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent116.0/100K
69% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault116.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,204.2/100K
12% above US avg
Burglary232.0/100K
Theft1,856.2/100K
Vehicle Theft116.0/100K
Arson116.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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St. Paul experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. The city sits at an elevation of 1,496 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,496 ft (456 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density758/sq mi
Coordinates36.9067°N, 82.3170°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyRussell County County
Nearest AirportFoothills Regional (MRN)
85 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.9"
21% above US avg
Snowfall 12.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.69"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.07"

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score36.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability69.8 / 100
Community Resilience10.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave No Rating
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

66 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.7 on May 22, 2024.

Nov 10, 2012 6 km W of Blackey, Kentucky M4.2 70 km
Aug 17, 1990 9 km NNW of Loyall, Kentucky M4.0 95 km
Jul 30, 1997 6 km NNE of Tazewell, Tennessee M3.8 118 km
Sep 17, 2004 8 km ESE of Corbin, Kentucky M3.7 150 km
Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 76 km
Feb 12, 1994 10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia M3.4 31 km
Mar 5, 2019 7 km NE of Maynardville, Tennessee M3.4 144 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km S of New Market, Tennessee M3.2 150 km
Nov 8, 1990 5 km SW of Blackey, Kentucky M3.2 67 km
Apr 29, 2018 10 km WSW of Bean Station, Tennessee M3.1 117 km
Jan 17, 1999 7 km NNW of Flat Lick, Kentucky M3.1 132 km
Apr 13, 2001 11 km W of Sneedville, Tennessee M3.0 101 km
Jan 1, 1993 4 km SSW of Spruce Pine, North Carolina M3.0 116 km
Jul 7, 1995 3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee M3.0 63 km
Jul 17, 2019 7 km SW of New Tazewell, Tennessee M3.0 132 km
Apr 5, 2005 1 km SE of Blaine, Tennessee M2.9 149 km
Aug 14, 2009 4 km ENE of Nickelsville, Virginia M2.9 16 km
Aug 25, 2013 3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina M2.9 101 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 137 km
May 20, 2023 Kentucky-Tennessee border region M2.8 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Hugo (1989, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1989 Hugo Category 1 269 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

84 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 8 fatalities, 166 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 43 km 3
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 96 km 2
Jul 10, 1980 EF3 79 km 0
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 36 km 1
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 64 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF2 77 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 33 km 0
May 8, 2009 EF2 27 km 0
Jul 6, 1980 EF2 91 km 0
Jan 25, 1975 EF2 51 km 0
Apr 22, 1967 EF2 85 km 0
Apr 9, 1965 EF2 88 km 0
Jun 3, 1962 EF2 36 km 0
Apr 8, 1957 EF2 74 km 0
Mar 5, 1955 EF2 69 km 0
Sep 24, 2024 EF1 84 km 0
Aug 14, 2023 EF1 82 km 0
Aug 7, 2023 EF1 97 km 0
May 16, 2023 EF1 48 km 0
May 16, 2023 EF1 71 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (66,345 ac, 1987).

Year Name Acres Distance
1987 UNNAMED 66,345 71 km
1987 UNNAMED 41,794 80 km
1987 UNNAMED 38,312 99 km
1987 UNNAMED 32,565 62 km
1987 UNNAMED 27,317 94 km
1991 UNNAMED 22,282 61 km
1991 TUG RIVER 20,813 83 km
2001 UNNAMED 18,013 99 km
1999 UNNAMED 17,759 85 km
1991 UNNAMED 17,406 63 km
1999 UNNAMED 17,328 62 km
1994 UNNAMED 15,526 54 km
1987 UNNAMED 15,138 64 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,264 88 km
1987 UNNAMED 13,124 93 km
1991 ROCK HOUSE BRANCH 13,056 100 km
1991 UNNAMED 11,117 76 km
1999 UNNAMED 10,990 51 km
1995 UNNAMED 10,148 98 km
1987 UNNAMED 9,572 47 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.4 in
March 44°F (7°C) 3.9 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
June 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in
September 65°F (19°C) 3.5 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.1 in Driest
November 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.3 in

St. Paul has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 34°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and October the driest (3.1").

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St. Paul is located in Russell County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 26.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 83.6% of the vote, a 67.5-point margin. 64.8% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 70 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 60.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.6%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 67.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+80.6%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score5.90
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density758/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi
CountyRussell County County

Services

Broadband Access64.8%
Avg Download Speed174.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed8.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants34
Retail Stores77

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone60.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.5%
Average costs for common services in St. Paul. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $253 ($152–$404)
Specialist Visit $354 ($202–$556)
Urgent Care Visit $202 ($101–$354)
Emergency Room Visit $2,224 ($809–$5,055)
Dental Cleaning $131 ($76–$202)
Dental Filling $253 ($152–$404)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $46 ($25–$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $76 ($51–$121)
Brake Pad Replacement $303 ($152–$506)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$76)
New Tires (Set of 4) $607 ($404–$1,011)
Battery Replacement $202 ($101–$354)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $101 ($61–$152)
Electrician (Per Hour) $91 ($51–$142)
HVAC Repair $404 ($152–$809)
HVAC System Install $7,077 ($4,044–$12,132)
Roof Repair $1,011 ($404–$2,022)
Roof Replacement $9,099 ($5,561–$15,165)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,517 ($506–$3,539)
Divorce (Contested) $15,165 ($5,055–$30,330)
DUI Defense $5,055 ($2,022–$10,110)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,517 ($809–$3,033)
Will Preparation $506 ($202–$1,011)
Trust Preparation $2,528 ($1,011–$5,055)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut $56 ($30–$101)
Hair Coloring (Full) $152 ($76–$253)
Manicure $25 ($15–$46)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$66)
Massage (1 Hour) $81 ($51–$131)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.15 ($3.03–$5.56)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.54 ($2.53–$5.06)
Loaf of Bread $3.84 ($2.53–$5.56)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.55 ($3.03–$6.57)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.56 ($4.04–$7.58)
Rice (per lb) $1.01 ($0.61–$1.82)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $142 ($81–$253)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $71 ($30–$152)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $71 ($40–$121)
Internet (Monthly) $71 ($40–$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $66 ($30–$101)
Cable TV (Monthly) $86 ($51–$152)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $202 ($76–$506)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,022 ($1,213–$3,539)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $71 ($30–$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.09–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $101 ($30–$253)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$76)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,213 ($607–$2,528)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,011 ($506–$2,022)
After-School Care (Monthly) $404 ($202–$708)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $51 ($25–$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,011 ($404–$2,528)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,638 ($5,055–$30,330)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $61 ($30–$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $101 ($51–$202)
Dog Grooming $61 ($30–$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter $303 ($152–$506)
Cat Spay/Neuter $202 ($101–$404)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$513
Toddler$433
Preschool$433
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$403
Toddler$390
Preschool$390
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Russell County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 736 61 $32,654 1.20
Construction 516 42 $59,613 1.60
Manufacturing 451 10 $47,357 0.89
Professional & Technical Services 404 32 $71,396 0.94
Mining & Oil/Gas 230 9 $75,150 9.89
Finance & Insurance 170 30 $58,346 0.68
Other Services 170 47 $48,050 0.92
Transportation & Warehousing 147 39 $47,883 0.56
Agriculture & Forestry 40 12 $44,763 0.80
Real Estate 19 11 $32,943 0.20

Schools in St. Paul

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St. Paul Elementary Elementary 469 39 12.0:1
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Radio Stations near St. Paul

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near St. Paul

11 campgrounds found near St. Paul.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Jacobs Creek Campground (TN) 4.5/5 27 $12
POUND RIVER CAMPGROUND (VA) 4.5/5 27 $20–$26
LITTLE OAK CAMPGROUND 4.4/5 66 $10
CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) 4.0/5 31 $20–$24
LOWER TWIN CAMPGROUND (VA) 3.7/5 33 $20–$24
FLATWOODS GROUP PICNIC AREA 2.0/5 1 Free
Bark Camp 1 Free
Cane Patch 1 Free
High Knob Campground 1 Free
JOHN W. FLANNAGAN DAY USE 2 $50
PHILLIP'S CREEK GROUP PICNIC AREA 4 $25

National Parks Near St. Paul

33 national parks and monuments found near St. Paul.

ParkTypeFee
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Bear Paw State Natural Area State Park Free
Beech Creek State Natural Area State Park Free
Breaks Interstate Park State Park Free
Chief Logan State Park State Park Free
Clinch River State Park State Park Free
Clinch River State Park State Park Free
Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park Free
Dawkins Line Rail Trail State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Elk Knob State Park State Park Free
Grandfather Mountain State Park State Park Free
Grayson Highlands State Park State Park Free
Hungry Mother State Park State Park Free
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park State Park Free
John And Landon Carter House State Park State Park Free
Kingdom Come State Park State Park Free
Linville River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Mount Jefferson State Natural Area State Park Free
Natural Tunnel State Park State Park Free
NC Division of Parks and Recreation Conservation Land State Park Free
New River State Park State Park Free
Paintsville Lake State Park State Park Free
Panther State Forest State Park Free
Pineola State Natural Area State Park Free
South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River State Park Free
Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park State Park Free
Southwest Virginia Museum State Park State Park Free
Sugar Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free
Sycamore Shoals State Park Free
Twin Falls Resort State Park State Park Free
Warriors Path State Park Free
Yellow Mountain State Natural Area State Park Free

Trails Near St. Paul

77 trails found near St. Paul.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
IRON MOUNTAIN 16.4
FLATWOODS HORSE TRAIL 13.8
HOLSTON MOUNTAIN TRAIL 7.5
VIRGINIA CREEPER 6.2 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
DEVILS FORK 6.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HOLSTON MOUNTAIN WEST 5.8
GUEST RIVER GORGE 5.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
MAYKING LOOP 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
STONE MOUNTAIN 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
AUSTIN GAP 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OLD DUG RD 3.1
JOSIAH HIKING TRAIL 2.4
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MORRELL TRAIL 2.1
BARTEE BRANCH 2.1
BACKBONE ROCK 2.0
PINE MOUNTAIN 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BARK CAMP LAKE 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.8 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
COUNTS CABIN 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.7 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SHORT SPUR 1.7
LITTLE OAK 1.6
BARK CAMP LAKE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAUREL FORK 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DARK HOLLOW 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FLINT MILL 1.3
PHILLIPS CREEK 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE STONY 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE STONY 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
STRAIGHT FORK RIDGE 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE OAK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 1.1
HIGH KNOB LOOP 1.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 1.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VIRGINIA CREEPER 1.0 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
HIGH KNOB LAKE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TENNESSEE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.9 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
RED FOX 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FURNACE BRANCH 0.8
BOBS GAP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JOSIAH HORSE TRAIL 0.7
STRAIGHT FORK RIDGE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.6 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KITCHEN ROCK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.6 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
DEVILS FORK 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE STONY 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BOBS GAP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHIEF BENGE SCOUT 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JACOBS TRAIL 0.4
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GUEST RIVER GORGE 0.4 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DEVILS FORK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BARK CAMP LAKE 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE MOUNTAIN 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAUREL FORK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in St. Paul

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SCOTT COUNTY REGIONAL HORSE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION240 CUB CREEK LANE$44,126
WISE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONWISE COUNTY MAGISTRATE OFFICE 206 EAST MAIN STREET #2502763286451$2,400
DICKENSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION128 FFA STREET2769266355
FLANARY HISTORICAL SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF RUSSELLHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in St. Paul

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
RUSSELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY248 W MAIN STREET0.048,673

Farmers Markets in St. Paul

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Clintwood Farmers MarketMain St.
Coeburn Farmers MarketFront Street and Grand Ave.Sat: 1:00 PM-4:30 PM;
Nickelsville Farmers Market11826 Nickelsville Hwy06/28/2013 to 10/18/2013Fri: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;
People's Market of LebanonLebanon Elementary & Middle Schools

Hotels in St. Paul

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Western Front Hotel

Restaurants in St. Paul

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fat Boy's BBQ
Giovanni's Pizza
Huddle House
Mamaw's Cafe
Pizza Plus

Clinics in St. Paul

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ballad Health Rural Health Clinic
C-Health of St Paul

Gas Stations in St. Paul

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Food City Gas 'N Go
Marathon
Shell
Valero
Valero
Valero

Banks in St. Paul

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Miners Exchange Bank

Pharmacies in St. Paul

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
HAMILTON PHARMACY 16610 RUSSELL STREET 276-762-9080
RITE AID - 1636 16427A WISE STREET 276-762-5011

Cell Towers in St. Paul

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2669 MORNING STAR CIRCLEGTOWER107

Fire Stations in St. Paul

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Saint Paul Volunteer Fire Department16640 Russell STVolunteer276-762-9516

Power Plants Near St. Paul

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
VIRGINIA CITY HYBRID ENERGY CENTERCONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL221112-82.3OP

Bridges in St. Paul

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19761695,711P
CulvertConcrete1976265,619F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19872364,984F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19972364,984G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19876034,859G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19986034,859G
Tee BeamConcrete1925483,025F
SlabConcrete20081262,855G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2008802,855G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19741142,855F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19741442,855F
Tee BeamConcrete1943451,920F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19853141,920F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19851121,507G
FrameConcrete200850567F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195925567G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200390477G
SlabConcrete193836379F
SlabConcrete200164379F
SlabConcrete200164379F
SlabConcrete198536366F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196243294F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193038131G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19755710F

Superfund Sites Near St. Paul

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
LOUISIANA-PACIFIC CORPORATIONHIGHWAY 65 SOUTHSCOTT
LOUISIANA-PACIFIC CORPORATIONHIGHWAY 65 SOUTHSCOTT
WOLF HILLS ENERGY14555 INDUSTRIAL PARK RDWASHINGTON

Airports Near St. Paul

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA AirportTRIMedium Airport
Belcher Regional AirportSmall Airport
Boone Inc AirportSmall Airport
Catron FieldSmall Airport
Center FieldSmall Airport
Crumley FieldSmall Airport
Darnell's FieldSmall Airport
Darnell's Landings AirportSmall Airport
Elizabethton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Elk River AirportSmall Airport
Flaglor AirportSmall Airport
Flying W AirportSmall Airport
Greeneville Municipal AirportGCYSmall Airport
Hawkins County AirportSmall Airport
Hensley AirparkSmall Airport
Indian Springs AirportSmall Airport
Johnson City AirportSmall Airport
Johnson County AirportSmall Airport
King Fisher FieldSmall Airport
Kite FieldSmall Airport
Lonesome Pine AirportLNPSmall Airport
Mountain View AirportSmall Airport
Murphy FieldSmall Airport
Pike County Airport Hatcher FieldPVLSmall Airport
Roach Farm AirportSmall Airport
South Fork FieldSmall Airport
Southfork AirportSmall Airport
Srigley Field AirstripSmall Airport
Tazewell County AirportSmall Airport
Virginia Highlands AirportVJISmall Airport
Ward Farms AirportSmall Airport
White Oak Stand AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in St. Paul

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Coeburn Police Department114 Front Street East
Damascus Police Department
Lebanon Police Department

Grocery Stores in St. Paul

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Clinch River Farmers MarketFarmers and Markets3032 Market Square
Dollar General 9561Other16425 Wise St.
DOLLARTREE 9797Other16426 Wise St
Fas Mart 416Convenience Store16550 Riverside Dr
Food City 897Supermarket16410 Wise St
Hicks Produce MarketSpecialty StoreHWY 58
Masya Inc.Convenience Store15714 Bull Run Rd
Roadrunner Market 6094Convenience Store16422 Wise St

Post Offices in St. Paul

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Saint Paul Post Office16552 Russell Street

Treatment Centers in St. Paul

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CMCSB Alcohol Detox/Residential Servs - The LaurelsBoth276-964-6702
CMCSB Russell Co - Satellite OfficeSubstance Abuse276-889-3785
Dickenson County Behav Health ServsSubstance Abuse276-926-1680
Savida HealthBoth276-409-5440
SaVida Health - LebanonBoth540-443-0114

Churches & Religious Organizations in St. Paul

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 870
CHURCH OF GOD OF PROPHECYHWY 450
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF ST PAULPO BOX 546
HAMLIN BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 689

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Frequently Asked Questions About St. Paul

What is the population of St. Paul?

St. Paul has a population of 1,046 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 758 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is St. Paul expensive to live in?

St. Paul has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $29,554, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $178,800 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $468 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is St. Paul safe?

St. Paul is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,204 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, St. Paul receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in St. Paul?

St. Paul has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.9 inches, with 12.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in St. Paul?

The unemployment rate in St. Paul is 6.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $929. There are 565 business establishments in the area, including 34 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 11.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in St. Paul?

The median home value in St. Paul is $178,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $110,263. For renters, the median monthly rent is $468. Fair market rent is $1,181 for a 1-bedroom and $1,369 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 65.1%. The average annual property tax is $1,915.

How are the schools in St. Paul?

Schools in St. Paul score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 26.5% of adults in St. Paul hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. 6.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is St. Paul?

The obesity rate in St. Paul is 44.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.9% of adults are smokers. 33.3% are physically inactive. 29.9% of residents report depression. 12.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 48.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,839.

What is transportation like in St. Paul?

The average commute in St. Paul is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 60.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of St. Paul?

The racial and ethnic makeup of St. Paul is 97.9% White. 98.8% of residents speak only English at home. 9.3% of the population are military veterans. 25.4% of residents have a disability. 89.5% have health insurance coverage.

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