Jewell Ridge, Virginia Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Jewell Ridge, Virginia had a total population of 45, the 660th largest community in Virginia, with a median household income of $25,938, which is 72% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 72% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Jewell Ridge Quick Facts
How Jewell Ridge Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 48 | 45 | -6.3% |
| Median household income | $26,250 | $25,938 | -1.2% |
How Jewell Ridge Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Jewell Ridge Rankings in Virginia
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Other Cities in Tazewell County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richlands | 5,171 | $37,154 | 30.2% | $111,000 |
| Bluefield | 4,979 | $54,041 | 15.6% | $152,500 |
| Tazewell | 4,390 | $34,618 | 25.1% | $111,700 |
| Claypool Hill | 1,610 | $45,446 | 15.5% | $166,400 |
| Raven | 1,345 | $52,619 | 12.8% | $88,800 |
| Cedar Bluff | 1,167 | $37,170 | 17.4% | $111,800 |
| Gratton | 841 | $113,412 | 4.9% | $113,500 |
| Springville | 841 | $70,117 | 16.9% | N/A |
| Boissevain | 830 | $27,516 | 35.8% | $32,100 |
| Pocahontas | 234 | $42,344 | 15.4% | $38,800 |
Cities Similar to Jewell Ridge
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rectortown | 45 | N/A | N/A | 48.9% | 0.0% |
| King and Queen Court House | 43 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Allisonia | 40 | N/A | $233,300 | 16.7% | 0.0% |
| Clinchport | 44 | $32,500 | N/A | 3.2% | 40.9% |
| Mechanicsburg | 52 | N/A | $130,000 | 43.9% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 45, Jewell Ridge's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Jewell Ridge is a small community located in Virginia, within Tazewell County. The total population is 45. It ranks as the 660th most populous out of 681 Census-designated places in Virginia.
Age Demographics
The median age in Jewell Ridge is 64.3 years. This is 65% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Jewell Ridge is $25,938. This is 72% lower than the state median of $93,170. It is also 68% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Jewell Ridge. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Jewell Ridge, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 49% higher than the state average of 67.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Jewell Ridge was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Jewell Ridge, Virginia is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Virginia state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 681 Census-designated places in Virginia. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Jewell Ridge, Virginia?
Jewell Ridge, Virginia has a population of 45 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Jewell Ridge, VA?
The median household income in Jewell Ridge is $25,938, which is 68% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Jewell Ridge, VA?
The ACS sample for Jewell Ridge recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Jewell Ridge, Virginia?
Jewell Ridge's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Jewell Ridge, VA?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Jewell Ridge — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Jewell Ridge, Virginia?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Jewell Ridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.