Stanleytown, VA

Virginia

Stanleytown is a small town in Virginia with a population of 1,323. Residents earn $43,611 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,323 Population 473/sq mi density
$43,611 Median Income $29,843 per capita
$155,100 Home Value
$615 Median Rent
56°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
$43,611 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$155,100 home value, $615/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,611
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $155,100
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $615
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,323
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density473/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,611
Per Capita$29,843
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty2.3%
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,100
Rent$615
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation912 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+80.6%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute20 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Stanleytown a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stanleytown is $43,611, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stanleytown is $155,100, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $615 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.9% 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

Stanleytown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 9.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Stanleytown has a population of 1,323 with a density of 473 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 9.3% Black.

Population

1,323
Total Population
473
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Stanleytown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Stanleytown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stanleytown is $43,611, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Stanleytown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,611
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,843
Avg Weekly Wage$836
IRS Avg AGI$50,699

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)959

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare105
Retail81
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Stanleytown is $155,100, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $615 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,100
45% below US avg
Median List Price$220,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$220,000
$/Sq Ft$190
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio101.2%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$615
47% 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-Occupied64.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,850
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In Stanleytown, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.9%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.2%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death19,661/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access81.8%
Healthcare Facilities105

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Stanleytown has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall9.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation912 ft (278 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density473/sq mi
Coordinates36.7515°N, 79.9524°W
County FIPS51690
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 60.7%

Winner: Democrat by 22.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+80.6%
School Test Score5.58
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density473/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities105
Restaurants41
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Work from Home5.5%

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