Vansant, VA
Virginia · Buchanan County
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.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026
4.0
/5.0
A
Great
367
Population
121/sq mi density
$38,333
Median Income
$33,204 per capita
$97,400
Home Value
$79,350 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
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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%
Veterans6.3%
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
Ownership53.7%
Zillow$79,350
Housing Units180
Rent Burden44.0%
Health
Obesity38.8%
Uninsured3.5%
Smoking21.4%
Depression29.9%
Heart Disease7.7%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation1,712 ft (522 m)
Education
BBachelor's+28.0%
High School+82.5%
Graduate+19.2%
School Score5.20
Community
2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute20 min
Broadband70.4%
EV Stations1
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, high health insurance coverage. 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 5.2/10.
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.
Vansant has a population of 367 with a density of 121 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.3% female and 56.7% male. The city is predominantly White (88.6%), with 11.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.2% of residents, while 20% speak Spanish. 6.3% of the population are veterans. 26.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 96.5% have health insurance coverage.
Population
367
Total Population
2023 Census
121
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Vansant vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
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. Per capita income is $33,204 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,201, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 555 business establishments, including 19 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
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 |
| Gini Index | 0.472 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 555 |
| County GDP | $1,397M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Healthcare | 36 |
| Retail | 60 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,200 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 101.10 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.26% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
Walkability
The median home value in Vansant is $97,400, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $79,350, lower than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $696 (40% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,181 for a one-bedroom to $1,369 for a two-bedroom apartment. 53.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 180 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1984. The average annual property tax is $2,200 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 44.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $97,400 |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $79,350 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $696 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 44.0% |
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
| Homeownership | 53.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 46.3% |
| Housing Units | 180 |
| Median Year Built | 1984 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,200 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.26% |
In Vansant, 38.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.7% of residents, above the national average. 35.9% have high blood pressure. 21.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.3% report binge drinking. 31.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 29.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.4% experience frequent mental distress. 3.5% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,963. The dentist ratio is 1:4,838. 27.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.6 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Vansant vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.9% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 10.4% |
| Cancer | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 4.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 21.4% |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 15.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.1% |
| Depression | 29.9% |
| Mental Distress | 22.4% |
| Physical Distress | 17.5% |
| Short Sleep | 39.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.5% |
| Uninsured | 3.5% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:3,963 |
| Dentists | 1:4,838 |
| Mental Health | 1:1,909 |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Dental Visits | 50.8% |
| Premature Death | 16,804/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 27.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 36 |
Vansant experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,712 feet.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 54.0°F |
| 0% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,712 ft (522 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 121/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.2353°N, 82.0963°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Buchanan County County |
| Nearest Airport | West Virginia International Yeager (CRW) 83 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 50.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 85.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 5.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.7 in |
Vansant has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 34°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.7") and November the driest (2.6").
Vansant is located in Buchanan County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 28.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. 19.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 85.1% of the vote, a 70.6-point margin. 70.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 36 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 86.9% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 70.6 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Traffic Accidents | 24 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.7 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 28.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.5% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 19.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.20 |
B
Education Grade (3.2/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro / Rural |
| Population Density | 121/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.1 sq mi |
| County | Buchanan County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 70.4% |
| Avg Download Speed | 223.2 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 12.3 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 36 |
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Retail Stores | 60 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 19.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
Average costs for common services in Vansant. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $253 ($152-$404) |
| Specialist Visit | $354 ($202-$556) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $202 ($101-$354) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,224 ($809-$5,055) |
| Dental Cleaning | $131 ($76-$202) |
| Dental Filling | $253 ($152-$404) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $46 ($25-$76) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $76 ($51-$121) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $303 ($152-$506) |
| Tire Rotation | $40 ($20-$76) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $607 ($404-$1,011) |
| Battery Replacement | $202 ($101-$354) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $101 ($61-$152) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $91 ($51-$142) |
| HVAC Repair | $404 ($152-$809) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,077 ($4,044-$12,132) |
| Roof Repair | $1,011 ($404-$2,022) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,099 ($5,561-$15,165) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,517 ($506-$3,539) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $15,165 ($5,055-$30,330) |
| DUI Defense | $5,055 ($2,022-$10,110) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,517 ($809-$3,033) |
| Will Preparation | $506 ($202-$1,011) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,528 ($1,011-$5,055) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $25 ($15-$46) |
| Women's Haircut | $56 ($30-$101) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $152 ($76-$253) |
| Manicure | $25 ($15-$46) |
| Pedicure | $40 ($25-$66) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $81 ($51-$131) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.15 ($3.03-$5.56) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.54 ($2.53-$5.06) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.84 ($2.53-$5.56) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.55 ($3.03-$6.57) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.56 ($4.04-$7.58) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.01 ($0.61-$1.82) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $142 ($81-$253) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $71 ($30-$152) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $71 ($40-$121) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $71 ($40-$101) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $66 ($30-$101) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $86 ($51-$152) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $202 ($76-$506) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,022 ($1,213-$3,539) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $71 ($30-$131) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $15 ($8.09-$25) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $101 ($30-$253) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $30 ($15-$76) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,213 ($607-$2,528) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,011 ($506-$2,022) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $404 ($202-$708) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $51 ($25-$101) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,011 ($404-$2,528) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,638 ($5,055-$30,330) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $61 ($30-$101) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $101 ($51-$202) |
| Dog Grooming | $61 ($30-$101) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $40 ($20-$76) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $303 ($152-$506) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $202 ($101-$404) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $513 |
| Toddler | $433 |
| Preschool | $433 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $403 |
| Toddler | $411 |
| Preschool | $411 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Buchanan County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 670 | 144 | $62,805 | 0.77 |
| Retail Trade | 653 | 55 | $27,941 | 1.08 |
| Manufacturing | 242 | 18 | $83,805 | 0.49 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 201 | 60 | $68,116 | 0.48 |
| Wholesale Trade | 183 | 13 | $72,763 | 0.77 |
| Educational Services | 164 | 5 | $58,869 | 1.31 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 162 | 16 | $36,229 | 0.45 |
| Other Services | 130 | 38 | $36,286 | 0.71 |
| Construction | 123 | 24 | $56,671 | 0.39 |
| Finance & Insurance | 99 | 17 | $55,741 | 0.40 |
| Management of Companies | 67 | 5 | $93,986 | 0.66 |
| Real Estate | 27 | 8 | $53,689 | 0.29 |
| Unclassified | 23 | 7 | $30,866 | 2.72 |
| Information & Technology | 20 | 3 | $31,152 | 0.18 |
Schools in Vansant
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Valley Elementary/Middle | Elementary | 286 | 23 | 12.4:1 |
Radio Stations near Vansant
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Campgrounds Near Vansant
9 campgrounds found near Vansant.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| R.D. BAILEY LAKE GROUP SHELTERS | 5.0/5 | 3 | $50, $60 |
| POUND RIVER CAMPGROUND (VA) | 4.5/5 | 27 | $20, $26 |
| Guyandotte Campground | 4.2/5 | 86 | $26, $40 |
| CRANESNEST CAMPGROUND (VA) | 4.0/5 | 31 | $20, $24 |
| LOWER TWIN CAMPGROUND (VA) | 3.7/5 | 33 | $20, $24 |
| FLATWOODS GROUP PICNIC AREA | 2.0/5 | 1 | Free |
| FISHTRAP LAKE SHELTERS | 1.0/5 | 4 | $50 |
| Bark Camp | - | 1 | Free |
| JOHN W. FLANNAGAN DAY USE | - | 2 | $50 |
National Parks Near Vansant
28 national parks and monuments found near Vansant.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Breaks Interstate Park | State Park | Free |
| Camp Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Chief Logan State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clinch River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clinch River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dawkins Line Rail Trail | State Park | Free |
| Elk Knob State Park | State Park | Free |
| Elk Knob State Park | State Park | Free |
| Grayson Highlands State Park | State Park | Free |
| Grayson Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hawks Nest State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hungry Mother State Park | State Park | Free |
| Jenny Wiley State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| John And Landon Carter House State Park | State Park | Free |
| Kingdom Come State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Jefferson State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Natural Tunnel State Park | State Park | Free |
| New River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Paintsville Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Panther State Forest | State Park | Free |
| Pinnacle Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River | State Park | Free |
| Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park | State Park | Free |
| Southwest Virginia Museum State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sycamore Shoals | State Park | Free |
| Twin Falls Resort State Park | State Park | Free |
| Warriors Path | State Park | Free |
| Yatesville Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Vansant
27 trails found near Vansant.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GUEST RIVER GORGE | 5.1 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| HIGH KNOB LOOP | 3.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 3.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HIGH KNOB LOOP | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 2.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BARK CAMP LAKE | 2.0 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| COUNTS CABIN | 1.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BARK CAMP LAKE | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LITTLE STONY | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LITTLE STONY | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HIGH KNOB LOOP | 1.1 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| HIGH KNOB LOOP | 1.0 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| HIGH KNOB LOOP | 0.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BOBS GAP | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CHIEF BENGE SCOUT | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HIGH KNOB LOOP | 0.6 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| KITCHEN ROCK | 0.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| HIGH KNOB LOOP | 0.6 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | - | Yes |
| LITTLE STONY | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BOBS GAP | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| GUEST RIVER GORGE | 0.4 | IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| BARK CAMP LAKE | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| PINE MOUNTAIN | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
Museums in Vansant
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HONAKER HERITAGE MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5738 REDBUD HWY | 2768734333 | |
| RAVEN THEATER AND COAL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| SAND LICK COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION OF BIRCHLEAF VIRGINIA | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 337 RAKES RIDGE ROAD | 2768655453 |
Libraries in Vansant
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUCHANAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1185 POE TOWN STREET | 0.0 | 45,943 |
Restaurants in Vansant
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
The Dragons Den Cafe
Gas Stations in Vansant
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Exxon
Banks in Vansant
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
TruPoint Bank
Pharmacies in Vansant
1 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| FAMILY DRUG | 1755 LOVERS GAP ROAD | 276-597-2520 |
Cell Towers in Vansant
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 6 MILES NORTH OF HONAKER ON RIGHT | LTOWER | 56 |
Fire Stations in Vansant
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patterson Volunteer Fire Department | 1108 Patterson RD | Volunteer | 276-259-7722 |
Power Plants Near Vansant
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUCHANAN GENERATION LLC | NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE | 221112 | -82.0 | OP |
Bridges in Vansant
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete | 1966 | 84 | 4,824 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1991 | 186 | 4,322 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1936 | 467 | 2,733 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1964 | 433 | 2,733 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1974 | 81 | 2,469 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 2000 | 68 | 2,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1984 | 173 | 1,610 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1983 | 33 | 1,610 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1965 | 49 | 1,533 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1967 | 105 | 1,339 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1960 | 51 | 1,263 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1976 | 45 | 1,164 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1976 | 36 | 1,144 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1976 | 48 | 1,144 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1986 | 27 | 1,017 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1984 | 33 | 1,017 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1984 | 25 | 1,017 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1994 | 32 | 1,017 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1981 | 34 | 1,017 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1961 | 206 | 926 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1981 | 123 | 896 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1978 | 32 | 818 | P | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1984 | 27 | 780 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1981 | 40 | 698 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1982 | 24 | 613 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2016 | 29 | 500 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 48 | 446 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1981 | 60 | 440 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1978 | 22 | 419 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1978 | 27 | 301 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1973 | 86 | 211 | P | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1990 | 40 | 211 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1984 | 120 | 196 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1985 | 22 | 152 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1978 | 188 | 149 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1986 | 27 | 138 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1981 | 36 | 127 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1988 | 36 | 125 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1932 | 43 | 109 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 25 | 100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 23 | 100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 23 | 100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2012 | 35 | 100 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2013 | 40 | 100 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2013 | 28 | 100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2020 | 30 | 100 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1993 | 32 | 83 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1974 | 54 | 83 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1988 | 27 | 61 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete | 1932 | 57 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1932 | 57 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2015 | 40 | 60 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2014 | 34 | 60 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2014 | 36 | 60 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2014 | 35 | 60 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1932 | 60 | 60 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1932 | 22 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 39 | 60 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete | 1932 | 41 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 55 | 60 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete | 1932 | 62 | 60 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete | 1932 | 61 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 32 | 60 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1932 | 32 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2001 | 43 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 56 | 60 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 31 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2001 | 31 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 29 | 60 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1932 | 43 | 60 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1932 | 24 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2001 | 34 | 60 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete | 1932 | 42 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 28 | 60 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1932 | 32 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2001 | 27 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 26 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 30 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1932 | 60 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 30 | 60 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1932 | 34 | 25 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1964 | 106 | 13 | F |
Correctional Facilities in Vansant
| Name | Address | Type | Population | Capacity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEEN MOUNTAIN CORRECTIONAL CENTER | STATE ROUTE 629 | STATE | 723 | 870 | OPEN |
Superfund Sites Near Vansant
1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| BUCHANAN UNITS 1 & 2 | 1 MI SW OF MARVIN | BUCHANAN |
Airports Near Vansant
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Belcher Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Big Sandy Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Burkes Garden Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Catron Field | - | Small Airport |
| Crumley Field | - | Small Airport |
| Darnell's Field | - | Small Airport |
| Darnell's Landings Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying W Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Indian Springs Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kee Field | - | Small Airport |
| Logan County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lonesome Pine Airport | LNP | Small Airport |
| Mike Ferrell Field | - | Small Airport |
| Mountain Empire Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Paintsville-Prestonsburg-Combs Field | - | Small Airport |
| Pike County Airport Hatcher Field | PVL | Small Airport |
| South Fork Field | - | Small Airport |
| Southern West Virginia Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Southfork Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tazewell County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Virginia Highlands Airport | VJI | Small Airport |
| White Oak Stand Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Vansant
3 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Damascus Police Department | ||
| Glade Spring Police Department | ||
| Haysi Police Department |
Grocery Stores in Vansant
5 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| DOLLAR GENERAL 19609 | Other | 8686 Riverside Dr |
| Family Dollar 3637 | Other | 1611 Lovers Gap Rd |
| FOOD CITY 839 | Supermarket | 18765 RIVERSIDE DR |
| Happy Mart | Convenience Store | 17713 Riverside Dr |
| Praters Too | Convenience Store | 2875 Lovers Gap Road |
Treatment Centers in Vansant
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Cumberland Mountain Comm Servs Board - Buchanan County Satellite Office | Both | 276-935-7154 |
| SaVida Health - Honaker | Both | 276-873-0910 |
DOL Wage Violations in Vansant
1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $2,824 in back wages owed to 6 employees.
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Violations
$2,824
Back Wages Owed
6
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Rainbow | - | - | 24656 | - | 1 | $2,824 | $471 | 6 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Vansant
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| BIG PRATER CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION INC | 1383 LOVERS GAP RD |
| CCYC INC | PO BOX 522 |
| CHRISTIAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIP INC | PO BOX 733 |
| COALFIELDS SPECIAL SPORTSMEN | PO BOX 167 |
| COLEMANS CHAPEL | PO BOX 812 |
| GREENBRIAR MISSION CHURCH | PO BOX 885 |
| HARBOR OF LIFE MINISTRIES INC | PO BOX 253 |
| NEW LIFE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH | PO BOX 418 |
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Mines Near Vansant
154 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Vansant.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| #1 Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #13 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Airport Surface | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (NonProducing) |
| Ba #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Baldwin Mountain Strip No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Beatrice | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Buchanan Mine #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Active) |
| Cane Creek Surface Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Central Shop | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Central Shop | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Coronet Jewell Prep Plant #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Active) |
| D-19 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Dominion No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Dominion No 10 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Dominion No 14 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Dominion No 15 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Dominion No 19 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Dominion No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Dominion No 4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Dominion No 6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Dominion No 8 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Heavy Equipment Shop | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Horn #2 Strip #16 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Jackson Fork #7 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Jscc #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| JV 20 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Temporarily Idled) |
| Koch Raven Central Shop | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Laurel No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Laurel No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Load Out No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Lovers Gap #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Lovers Gap #3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| M&M Quarry Site | Misc. Nonmetallic Mnls. NEC - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine #2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine #6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 25 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 27 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 43 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (New Mine) |
| Mine No 4a | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No 5 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Mine No. 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No. 40 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Moss No 3a2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mountaineer #6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (New Mine) |
| National No 1 Surface Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Auger | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Site | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 1 Surface Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 11 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 14 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 16 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Auger | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 2 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 2 Surface Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 32 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 4 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 4 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 5 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 6 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| No 7 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 8 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned) |
| Oakwood Red Ash Mine No 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Page #1 | Coal (Anthracite) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Poplar Gap Surface #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Preparation Plant | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Preparation Plant #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Raven No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Raven No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Renee Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Rock Branch Coal Corp #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Shortridge Branch Surface Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Southern Gap | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Surface Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Surface Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Surface Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Surface Mine No 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Surface Mine No 6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Tipple No. 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Tl No 1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Virginia Pocahontas 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Virginia Pocahontas 3 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| VP 8 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
UFO Sightings Near Vansant
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Vansant.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Keen mtn., VA | 2005 | Bright neon green, half-moon shaped object horizontally across sky seen by different family members at different times. |
Meteorites Near Vansant
1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Vansant.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Keen Mountain | 1950 |
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What is the population of Vansant?
Vansant has a population of 367 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 121 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.3 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 43.3% female and 56.7% male.
Is Vansant expensive to live in?
Vansant has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $38,333, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $97,400 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $696 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Vansant?
Vansant has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.9 inches, with 16.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Vansant?
The job market in Vansant is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,201. There are 555 business establishments in the area, including 19 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 4.8% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Vansant?
The median home value in Vansant is $97,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $79,350. For renters, the median monthly rent is $696. Fair market rent is $1,181 for a 1-bedroom and $1,369 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 53.7%. The average annual property tax is $2,200.
How are the schools in Vansant?
Schools in Vansant score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.0% of adults in Vansant hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. 19.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Vansant?
The obesity rate in Vansant is 38.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.4% of adults are smokers. 31.1% are physically inactive. 29.9% of residents report depression. 3.5% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 27.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,963.
What is transportation like in Vansant?
The average commute in Vansant is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.8% work from home.
What are the demographics of Vansant?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Vansant is 88.6% White, 11.4% Black or African American. 96.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 20% speak Spanish. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 26.4% of residents have a disability. 96.5% have health insurance coverage.
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