Vansant, VA

Virginia

Vansant is a small town in Virginia with a population of 367. Residents earn $38,333 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
367 Population 121/sq mi density
$38,333 Median Income $33,204 per capita
$97,400 Home Value $71,972 Zillow
$696 Median Rent 44.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$38,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,400 home value, $696/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,333
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,400
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $696
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population367
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density121/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$38,333
Per Capita$33,204
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,397M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,400
Rent$696
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$71,972
Rent Burden44.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation1,712 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+82.5%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute20 min
Libraries1

Is Vansant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vansant receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Vansant stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vansant is $38,333, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Vansant is $97,400, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $696 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

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Vansant 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 46.9 inches, including 16.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Vansant has a population of 367 with a density of 121 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.6%), with 11.4% Black.

Population

367
Total Population
121
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Vansant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.0%
2% above US avg
Spanish20.0%
49% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Vansant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vansant is $38,333, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Vansant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,333
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,204
Avg Weekly Wage$1,201
IRS Avg AGI$54,310

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)555
County GDP$1,397M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare36
Retail60
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,200
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Vansant is $97,400, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $696 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $71,972.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,400
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$71,972

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$696
40% below US avg
Rent Burden44.0%

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-Occupied53.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,200
37% below US avg
Effective Rate2.26%
In Vansant, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.9% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma12.2%
COPD10.4%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression29.9%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress17.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death16,804/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access27.5%
Healthcare Facilities36

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Vansant 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 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall16.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,712 ft (522 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density121/sq mi
Coordinates37.2353°N, 82.0963°W
County FIPS51027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.1%
D 14.5%

Winner: Republican by 70.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+82.5%
School Test Score5.58
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density121/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants19
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Work from Home4.8%

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