Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 15.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.1% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 96 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,943 (39.2%) |
| Some College | 1,427 (19%) |
| Associates | 839 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,105 (14.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,096 (14.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $42,461 ▼ 44% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $131,327 ▼ 53% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $653/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 6,790 |
| Vacant Units | 2,328 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Grayson County is located in Virginia and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 11,004 residents. With a median age of 50.18, it is a mature county.
Grayson County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $42,460 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 15.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Grayson County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $131,327 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $652. Homeownership rates are high at 80.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Grayson County are primarily White (88.13%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Grayson County, VA is a working-class area in Virginia. The 6 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24326 | Elk Creek | 642 | $36,375 | $155,400 | — | 4.0% | 17.5% |
| 24330 | Fries | 2,870 | $41,517 | $116,800 | $648 | 6.1% | 31.9% |
| 24348 | Independence | 5,095 | $42,408 | $146,200 | $621 | 3.6% | 26.4% |
| 24363 | Mouth Of Wilson | 1,012 | $50,938 | $115,400 | — | 0.0% | 43.7% |
| 24378 | Troutdale | 1,020 | $43,875 | $115,500 | $825 | 3.1% | 31.7% |
| 24292 | Whitetop | 365 | $33,864 | $84,000 | — | 4.4% | 19.1% |