Stony Creek, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Stony Creek is a small town in Virginia with a population of 360. Residents earn $61,326 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
360 Population 621/sq mi density
$61,326 Median Income $33,371 per capita
$153,200 Home Value $179,164 Zillow
$914 Median Rent 34.4% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$61,326 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,200 home value, $914/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,326
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $153,200
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.1%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $914
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population360
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density621/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,326
Per Capita$33,371
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$439M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,200
Rent$914
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$179,164
Rent Burden34.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation73 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.1%
High School+94.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute27 min
Broadband79.3%
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Stony Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stony Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Stony Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stony Creek is $61,326, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stony Creek is $153,200, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $914 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Stony Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Stony Creek has a population of 360 with a density of 621 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%), with 15.3% Black.

Population

360
Total Population
621
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.6%
Female 64.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Stony Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Stony Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stony Creek is $61,326, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Stony Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,326
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,371
Avg Weekly Wage$1,027
IRS Avg AGI$51,015

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)298
County GDP$439M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare13
Retail34
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,738
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Stony Creek is $153,200, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $914 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,164.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,200
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$179,164

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$914
21% below US avg
Rent Burden34.4%

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-Occupied71.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,738
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.13%
In Stony Creek, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Stony Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death11,727/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access27.2%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Stony Creek has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation73 ft (22 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density621/sq mi
Coordinates36.9480°N, 77.4001°W
County FIPS51183
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.4-point margin. 79.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.5%
D 51.9%

Winner: Democrat by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.1%
31% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score5.58
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density621/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.3%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants18
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

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