Stanley, VA

Virginia

Stanley is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,976. Residents earn $59,583 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,976 Population 1,382/sq mi density
$59,583 Median Income $30,818 per capita
$197,100 Home Value $287,354 Zillow
$800 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
60 Violent Crime/100K 1,862 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$59,583 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$197,100 home value, $800/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
60 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,583
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,100
30% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 60/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,976
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density1,382/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,583
Per Capita$30,818
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$892M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,100
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$287,354

Crime

F
Violent60/100K
Property1,862/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary180/100K

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation1,067 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+77.4%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 23%
Commute37 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Stanley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stanley receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Stanley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stanley is $59,583, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stanley is $197,100, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Stanley is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 60 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,862 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Stanley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Stanley has a population of 1,976 with a density of 1,382 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

1,976
Total Population
1,382
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Stanley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stanley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stanley is $59,583, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Stanley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,583
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,818
Avg Weekly Wage$830
IRS Avg AGI$58,561

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)613
County GDP$892M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare22
Retail67
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,844
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.4 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Stanley is $197,100, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,354.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,100
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$287,354

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% 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-Occupied63.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,844
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.44%
In Stanley, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.3%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death11,041/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities22
Stanley has a violent crime rate of 60 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,862 per 100,000 (5% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent60.1/100K
84% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery60.1/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,861.9/100K
5% below US avg
Burglary180.2/100K
Theft1,681.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Stanley has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,067 ft (325 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density1,382/sq mi
Coordinates38.5810°N, 78.4994°W
County FIPS51139
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.5%

Winner: Republican by 54.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+77.4%
School Test Score5.58
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,382/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants55
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.4 min
Work from Home1.0%

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