The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Buchanan county or independent city is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 73.3℉ and the average temperature in January is 34.4℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 68% and the area covered by water is 0.0%. The overall influence score for Buchanan is 9.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Buchanan, Virginia with a blue border. There are no significant USDA regional restrictions in this county or independent city. For higher resolution imagery click the map to zoom in or search for specific postal (zip) codes, city names or even counties and independent cities. You can also search for specific addresses using the power search feature here.
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Buchanan County is located in the southwestern part of Virginia and has a population of 24,098 as of the 2020 census. The median household income is $38,937 and the median age is 43.8. The racial makeup of Buchanan County is 93.7% White, 5.4% Hispanic or Latino, 0.6% African American, 0.2% Native American, and 0.1% Asian.
The living conditions in Buchanan County are generally rural and economically disadvantaged. Residents rely heavily on agriculture and mining for employment, with limited access to services such as healthcare and education. Poverty rates are high, with one in four people living below the poverty line. The county has a high rate of drug use and crime, with a higher-than-average rate of violent crime. The county also faces environmental challenges due to its location in the Appalachian Mountains, including soil erosion, water pollution, and air quality issues caused by coal mining.
State and area offices are open to the public Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Virginia
State office:
1606 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 238
Richmond, Va. 23229
Phone: 804-287-1500
Fax: (855) 636-4613
TDD: 804-287-1753