St. Paul, VA

Virginia

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.

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
$468 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
105 Violent Crime/100K 3,151 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
105 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,554
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,800
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 105/100K
72% 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%

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
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent105/100K
Property3,151/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary735/100K

Health

Obesity44.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation1,496 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+80.6%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute19 min
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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. 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 105 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,151 per 100,000, 61% above 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 5.6/10.

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. 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. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

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 Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
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. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

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

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
Effective Tax Rate1.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Work from Home11.5%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Paul is $178,800, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $468 (60% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,800
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$468
60% below US avg

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-Occupied65.1%

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 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 33.3% are physically inactive.

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%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity33.3%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress18.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death12,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities70
St. Paul has a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,151 per 100,000 (61% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent105.0/100K
72% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape105.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,151.3/100K
61% above US avg
Burglary735.3/100K
Theft2,416.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
St. Paul has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall12.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,496 ft (456 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density758/sq mi
Coordinates36.9067°N, 82.3170°W
County FIPS51167
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.6%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 67.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+80.6%
School Test Score5.58
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

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

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants34
Retail Stores77

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Work from Home11.5%

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