South Boston, VA

South Boston is a small city in Virginia with a population of 7,896. Residents earn $41,102 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

7,896 Population 605/sq mi density

$41,102 Median Income $24,427 per capita

$157,300 Home Value $147,036 Zillow

$756 Median Rent 32.2% income on rent

59°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr

368 Violent Crime/100K 4,460 property/100K

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Overall

2.8 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.0 / 5.0

$41,102 median income, 2.2% unemployment

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Affordability

4.5 / 5.0

$157,300 home value, $756/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

368 violent crimes/100K (3% below avg)

C+

Education

2.6 / 5.0

19.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Historic Markers

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Mines

Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration

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2 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near South Boston, VA.

Name	Description
South Boston	Crushed, Broken Granite - Surface (Active)
Turbeville Sand Plant	Sand, Common - Surface (Intermittent)