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Crime in Big Stone Gap summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Big Stone Gap. Key points include:
There were 85 total crimes in Big Stone Gap in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Big Stone Gap is 1,676.2 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Big Stone Gap is 118.3 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Big Stone Gap is 1,557.9 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Big Stone Gap is -20.91% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Big Stone Gap Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Big Stone Gap / 100k People |
Virginia / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 85 | 1,676.2 | 1,787.6 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 6 | 118.3 | 217.9 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 4.8 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 2 | 39.4 | 33.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 3 | 59.2 | 152.2 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 79 | 1,557.9 | 1,569.7 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 11 | 216.9 | 108.7 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 62 | 1,222.6 | 1,315.9 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 6 | 118.3 | 145.1 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Big Stone Gap summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Big Stone Gap. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Virginia. Key points include:
The cost of living in Big Stone Gap is 90 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Big Stone Gap is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Big Stone Gap is $140,136.
The median income in Big Stone Gap is $54,581.
Big Stone Gap's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Big Stone Gap Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Big Stone Gap | Virginia | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 90 | 112 | 100 |
| Services | 97 | 103 | 100 |
| Groceries | 97 | 104 | 100 |
| Health | 67 | 131 | 100 |
| Housing | 96 | 105 | 100 |
| Transportation | 99 | 105 | 100 |
| Utilities | 100 | 104 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Big Stone Gap, VA Weather
The average high in Big Stone Gap is 66.3° and the average low is 42.8°.
There are 102.2 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 51.9 inches of precipitation each year with 8.3 inches of snow.
| Stat | Big Stone Gap |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 66.3 |
| Average Annual Low | 42.8 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 102.2 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 51.9 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 8.3 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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I have lived in Big Stone Gap for nearly sixteen years, almost my entire life. Moreover, I must imply, if your not a teacher, do not obtain a position in a hospital, or work at a jail, then you will waste your time trying to find a satisfactory stream of income here. One of the main sources for wealth in several of the areas listed, was the coal industry. As anyone can guess, most of the firms have released their employees' positions because of the strict regulations that the Obama administration has placed. Which leads to towns such as this one, to become quite poor.
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Big Stone Gap Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Big Stone Gap
The current population in Big Stone Gap is 5,162. The population has decreased 5.0% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5,162 | -0.6% |
| 2023 | 5,193 | -0.5% |
| 2022 | 5,221 | -1.1% |
| 2021 | 5,280 | 1.4% |
| 2020 | 5,209 | -0.9% |
| 2019 | 5,257 | -1.3% |
| 2018 | 5,326 | -1.3% |
| 2017 | 5,395 | -1.2% |
| 2016 | 5,462 | -0.8% |
| 2015 | 5,508 | -0.9% |
| 2014 | 5,559 | -0.5% |
| 2013 | 5,587 | 0.4% |
| 2012 | 5,567 | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 5,517 | 1.5% |
| 2010 | 5,435 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Big Stone Gap
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Big Stone Gap is:
76.5% White with 3,950 White residents.
16.2% African American with 835 African American residents.
0.3% American Indian with 17 American Indian residents.
0.3% Asian with 17 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 17 Other residents.
4.6% Two Or More with 235 Two Or More residents.
1.8% Hispanic with 91 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Big Stone Gap | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 76.5% | 58.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 16.2% | 18.3% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.3% | 6.9% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.6% | 4.7% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 1.8% | 11.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in Big Stone Gap
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Big Stone Gap is 39.1% female with 2,017 female residents.
Big Stone Gap is 60.9% male with 3,144 male residents.
| Gender | Big Stone Gap | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 39.1% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 60.9% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Big Stone Gap for adults over 25
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8.0% of adults in Big Stone Gap completed < 9th grade.
12.0% of adults in Big Stone Gap completed 9-12th grade.
28.0% of adults in Big Stone Gap completed high school / ged.
24.0% of adults in Big Stone Gap completed some college.
13.0% of adults in Big Stone Gap completed associate's degree.
9.0% of adults in Big Stone Gap completed bachelor's degree.
5.0% of adults in Big Stone Gap completed master's degree.
0.0% of adults in Big Stone Gap completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Big Stone Gap completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Big Stone Gap | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 8.0% | 2.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 12.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 28.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 24.0% | 18.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 13.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 9.0% | 24.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 5.0% | 14.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 0.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Big Stone Gap, Virginia
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2.9% of households in Big Stone Gap earn Less than $10,000.
5.6% of households in Big Stone Gap earn $10,000 to $14,999.
9.4% of households in Big Stone Gap earn $15,000 to $24,999.
10.3% of households in Big Stone Gap earn $25,000 to $34,999.
8.6% of households in Big Stone Gap earn $35,000 to $49,999.
29.3% of households in Big Stone Gap earn $50,000 to $74,999.
13.3% of households in Big Stone Gap earn $75,000 to $99,999.
19.1% of households in Big Stone Gap earn $100,000 to $149,999.
0.9% of households in Big Stone Gap earn $150,000 to $199,999.
0.5% of households in Big Stone Gap earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Big Stone Gap | VA | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.9% | 4.2% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.6% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 9.4% | 5.2% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.3% | 5.7% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 8.6% | 8.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 29.3% | 14.3% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 13.3% | 12.1% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 19.1% | 18.1% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 0.9% | 11.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 0.5% | 17.7% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
