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Big Stone Gap, VA
Virginia · Norton city
Big Stone Gap is a small city in Virginia with a population of 5,193. Residents earn $51,059 per year, which is 32% below the national average.
2.9
/5.0
C+
Fair
5,193
Population
1,082/sq mi density
$51,059
Median Income
$21,768 per capita
$169,900
Home Value
$138,554 Zillow
$823
Median Rent
19.6% income on rent
55°F
Avg Temperature
299 sunny days/yr
77
Violent Crime/100K
1,625 property/100K
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Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$51,059 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$169,900 home value, $823/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
77 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
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Historic Markers
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Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
6
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Mines Near Big Stone Gap, VA
6 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Big Stone Gap, VA.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Bullitt Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Maytaig Prep Plant | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Mine #1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No. 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Strip | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (Abandoned) |
| No 6 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |