Grayson County

VA · Pop. 55,208 · Suburban County

7Homestead Score

Grayson County is a suburban county in VA with a population of approximately 55,208.

$/Acre: $5,709
Property Tax: 0.82%
Growing Season: 192 days
Broadband: 75%
Safety: 6/10
Density: 88.1/sq mi

Pros

No building codes, Long growing season, Good internet

Cons

Limited amenities

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate0.82%
Local Sales Tax1.8%
Combined Sales Tax7.1%
Cost of Living Index110
Median Household Income$49,005
Poverty Rate9.5%
Homestead ExemptionYes

Land & Building

Avg Land $/Acre$5,709
Median Home Price$490K
Acres for Sale4860
Building CodeNone
Permit Required
Zoning TypeLimited Zoning
Tiny Home Friendly
Mobile Home Friendly
Min Lot Size0.5 acres

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone6
Growing Season192 days
Annual Rainfall39 inches
Avg Summer High84°F
Avg Winter Low34°F
Soil TypeClay
Soil Quality7/10
Elevation3,434 ft
Top CropsCotton

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought2/10
Wildfire3/10
Tornado1/10
Flood3/10

Water & Energy

Primary Water SourceWell
Well Depth (avg)112 ft
Water AvailabilityAbundant
Solar (Avg PSH)4.6
Wind Potential5/10
Electric Rate$0.13/kWh

Laws & Regulations

Unincorporated
HOA PrevalenceSome
Livestock Allowed
Chicken OrdinanceRestricted
Burn Permit Required
Raw Milk AccessYes

Safety

Violent Crime /100K302
Property Crime /100K297
Overall Safety6/10
Sheriff Response13 minutes average

Healthcare

Nearest Hospital23 miles
Emergency Room
Healthcare Facilities2

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage75%
Cell CoverageFair
Starlink Available
Nearest Town16 miles
Nearest City34 miles
School District6/10
Farmers Markets1
Public Land Nearby58%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate3%
Ag EconomyModerate