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24458

Mc Dowell, VA

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Total Population

278
5-year trend
+7.8%

Median Household Income

$49,063
5-year trend
+18.5%

Median Home Value

$187,500
5-year trend
+34.2%

Median Rent

-$666,666,666
5-year trend
+29.2%

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Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 100% higher than the state average, indicating an affluent area.

Home values are 100% higher than the state average. This area has a competitive real estate market.

Median age of 61 years suggests an established, mature community.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
$49,063
100.1% above state avg
Home Value
$187,500
100.3% above state avg
Rent
-$666,666,666
313.2% below state avg
Population Density
278 residents
Median Age
61.4 years
Safety Score
53/100
Moderate safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
64
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
75/100
Cost of Living
73/100
Safety
53/100
Education
33/100
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Employment
68/100
Housing
85/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

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Mc Dowell, VA 24458

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Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
127
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
165
Above avg
Transportation
107
Average
Healthcare
103
Average
Groceries
110
Average
Utilities
105
Average
Overall
127
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
95
Employment Rate
89.5%
Avg. Commute
26 min
Work From Home
2%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing
27.8%
Mining & Oil Extraction
27.8%
Construction
27.8%
Retail Trade
11.1%
Manufacturing
5.6%
Total Employed
85
Total Unemployed
10
Unemployment Rate
10.5%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Key Demographic Insightsfor Mc Dowell, VA

Median household income is 100% below state average, suggesting more affordable cost of living.

Mature population with median age of 61.4 years, likely more established households.

Unemployment rate of 10.5% is above national average, indicating economic challenges.

Poverty rate of 16.2% is above national average of 11.5%.

Insights are derived from US Census Bureau data and may not reflect recent changes.

Household Income Distribution

Local Median Income
$49,063
-34.7% vs US
vs State Median
+-100.1%
State: $-62,604,225
Income Distribution
31.0%
Under $50k
18.0%
Over $100k
Lower Income
Middle Income
Higher Income
Data from US Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Breakdown

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Households & Employment

Household Types

Family composition breakdown

Average Household Size: 1.82 people

Total Households
153
Family Households
61.4%

Employment by Industry

Where residents work

#1 Industry
Agriculture
27.8%
#2 Industry
Mining
27.8%
#3 Industry
Construction
27.8%
Total Employed Residents:90

Commute Patterns

How residents get to work

Short Commute
24.7%
Under 10 minutes
Long Commute
5.9%
Over 60 minutes
Work From Home
2.4%
2 workers
Public Transit
0.0%
0 workers
Total Commuting Workers:85
Commute Insights
Many residents enjoy short commutes (under 10 minutes)
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Labor Force Statistics

Employment Rate
89.5%
85 employed
Labor Force
95
10 unemployed
Unemployment Rate:10.5%
Median Age
61.4 years
Per Capita Income
$24,665
Poverty Rate
16.2%
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