Temperanceville, VA

Virginia

Temperanceville is a small town in Virginia with a population of 265. Residents earn $30,625 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
265 Population 78/sq mi density
$30,625 Median Income $29,051 per capita
N/A Home Value $171,660 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$30,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,625
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.3%
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 48.4%
290% higher than US avg

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

People

Population265
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density78/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

C
Median Income$30,625
Per Capita$29,051
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty48.4%
County GDP$2,039M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,660

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation34 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.3%
High School+86.3%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute25 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries2

Is Temperanceville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Temperanceville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Temperanceville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Temperanceville is $30,625, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 48.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Temperanceville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperanceville has a population of 265 with a density of 78 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 18.9% Black.

Population

265
Total Population
78
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Temperanceville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Temperanceville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Temperanceville is $30,625, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 48.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Temperanceville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,625
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,051
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$57,546

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate48.4%
290% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,264
County GDP$2,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare56
Retail146
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,660.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$171,660

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied76.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,826
19% below US avg
In Temperanceville, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure40.4%
Asthma13.4%
COPD9.6%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity36.3%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death12,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access41.6%
Healthcare Facilities56

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Temperanceville has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.8°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation34 ft (10 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density78/sq mi
Coordinates37.9073°N, 75.5579°W
County FIPS51001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 37.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 43%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.3%
11% above US avg
High School+86.3%
School Test Score5.58
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density78/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants100
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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