Altavista, VA

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Altavista Overview

3,370
TOTAL POPULATION
1,704
MALE POPULATION
1,666
FEMALE POPULATION
102.28
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.77
FEMALES / 100 MALES
41.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$29,114
PER CAPITA INCOME
$52,986
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$39,761
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
6.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
93.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,647
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
61.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
11.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Altavista Zip Codes

Altavista Area Codes

Race in Altavista

The most populous races in Altavista are White / Caucasian (2,215 | 65.7%), Black / African American (1,037 | 30.8%), and Two or more Races (118 | 3.5%).
Race in Altavista
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American1,03730.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino521.5%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,21565.7%
Two or more Races1183.5%
Some other Race00.0%
Total3,370100.0%

Ancestry in Altavista

The most populous ancestries reported in Altavista are American (463 | 13.7%), English (361 | 10.7%), European (212 | 6.3%), Irish (204 | 6.0%), and German (185 | 5.5%), together accounting for 42.3% of all Altavista residents.
Ancestry in Altavista
Ancestry# Population% Population
African581.7%
American46313.7%
Blackfeet120.4%
British170.5%
Central American521.5%
Costa Rican521.5%
Dutch210.6%
English36110.7%
European2126.3%
French371.1%
German1855.5%
Hungarian190.6%
Irish2046.0%
Italian391.2%
Northern European50.2%
Polish80.2%
Scotch-Irish331.0%
Scottish551.6%
Subsaharan African581.7%
Swedish250.7%
Swiss80.2%
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Immigrants in Altavista

Immigrants in Altavista
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Altavista

Sex and Age in Altavista

The most populous age groups in Altavista are 40 to 44 Years (157 | 9.2%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (230 | 13.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Altavista
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years117 (6.9%)132 (7.9%)
5 to 9 Years101 (5.9%)103 (6.2%)
10 to 14 Years104 (6.1%)63 (3.8%)
15 to 19 Years146 (8.6%)69 (4.1%)
20 to 24 Years62 (3.6%)32 (1.9%)
25 to 29 Years74 (4.3%)193 (11.6%)
30 to 34 Years87 (5.1%)91 (5.5%)
35 to 39 Years93 (5.5%)121 (7.3%)
40 to 44 Years157 (9.2%)18 (1.1%)
45 to 49 Years46 (2.7%)230 (13.8%)
50 to 54 Years117 (6.9%)68 (4.1%)
55 to 59 Years156 (9.1%)118 (7.1%)
60 to 64 Years86 (5.1%)93 (5.6%)
65 to 69 Years147 (8.6%)122 (7.3%)
70 to 74 Years60 (3.5%)54 (3.2%)
75 to 79 Years74 (4.3%)75 (4.5%)
80 to 84 Years16 (0.9%)15 (0.9%)
85 Years and over61 (3.6%)69 (4.1%)
Total1,704 (100.0%)1,666 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Altavista

Median Family Size in Altavista

The median family size in Altavista is 2.98 persons per family, with married-couple families (528 | 61.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.32 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (185 | 21.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.24 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Altavista
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple528 (61.2%)3.32
Single Male/Father150 (17.4%)2.73
Single Female/Mother185 (21.4%)2.24
Total Families863 (100.0%)2.98

Median Household Size in Altavista

The median household size in Altavista is 2.26 persons per household, with married-couple households (528 | 36.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.32 persons per household. non-family households (588 | 40.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Altavista
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple528 (36.4%)3.32
Single Male/Father150 (10.3%)2.92
Single Female/Mother185 (12.8%)2.54
Non-family588 (40.5%)1.05
Total Households1,451 (100.0%)2.26

Household Size by Marriage Status in Altavista

Out of a total of 1,451 households in Altavista, 863 (59.5%) are family households, while 588 (40.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 388, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 566.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Altavista
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-566 (39.0%)
2-Person Households342 (23.6%)22 (1.5%)
3-Person Households388 (26.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households42 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households76 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households15 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total863 (59.5%)588 (40.5%)

Female Fertility in Altavista

Fertility by Age in Altavista

Average fertility rate in Altavista is 186.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 449.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Altavista
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years142 (100.0%)449.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total142 (100.0%)186.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Altavista

38.7% of women with births (142) in Altavista are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 61.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 61.3% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Altavista
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years55 (38.7%)87 (61.3%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total55 (38.7%)87 (61.3%)

Fertility by Education in Altavista

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Altavista
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma93 (65.5%)354.0
College or Associate's Degree6 (4.2%)45.0
Bachelor's Degree24 (16.9%)116.0
Graduate Degree19 (13.4%)452.0
Total142 (100.0%)186.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Altavista

61.3% of women with births in Altavista are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 93.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Altavista
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma6 (6.5%)87 (93.5%)
College or Associate's Degree6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total55 (38.7%)87 (61.3%)

Income in Altavista

Income Overview in Altavista

Per Capita Income in Altavista is $29,114, while median incomes of families and households are $52,986 and $39,761 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,370$29,114
Median Family Income863$52,986
Mean Family Income863$74,366
Median Household Income1,451$39,761
Mean Household Income1,451$62,480
Income Deficit863$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,3706.11%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,37093.89¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,3700.45

Earnings by Sex in Altavista

Average Earnings in Altavista are $34,063, $34,716 for men and $32,594 for women, a difference of 6.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Altavista
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male865 (50.3%)$34,716
Female856 (49.7%)$32,594
Total1,721 (100.0%)$34,063

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Altavista

The most common earnings brackets in Altavista are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (131 | 15.1%) and $40,000 to $44,999 for women (130 | 15.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Altavista
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)65 (7.6%)
$2,500 to $4,99921 (2.4%)16 (1.9%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)20 (2.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99939 (4.5%)17 (2.0%)
$10,000 to $12,49972 (8.3%)62 (7.2%)
$12,500 to $14,99992 (10.6%)57 (6.7%)
$15,000 to $17,49910 (1.2%)22 (2.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99926 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49929 (3.4%)10 (1.2%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)96 (11.2%)
$25,000 to $29,99926 (3.0%)29 (3.4%)
$30,000 to $34,999131 (15.1%)85 (9.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99929 (3.4%)65 (7.6%)
$40,000 to $44,999111 (12.8%)130 (15.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99925 (2.9%)57 (6.7%)
$50,000 to $54,99919 (2.2%)11 (1.3%)
$55,000 to $64,999110 (12.7%)34 (4.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99913 (1.5%)8 (0.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99921 (2.4%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000+91 (10.5%)72 (8.4%)
Total865 (100.0%)856 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Altavista

Average earnings in Altavista are $40,159 for men and $33,373 for women, a difference of 16.9%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $41,712, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $33,117. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $40,356, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $33,042.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Altavista
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$33,117$33,042
College or Associate's Degree$41,712$0
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$40,159$33,373

Family Income in Altavista

Family Income Brackets in Altavista

According to the Altavista family income data, there are 188 families falling into the $25,000 to $34,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Altavista
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000698.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999252.9%
$25,000 to $34,99918821.8%
$35,000 to $49,99914616.9%
$50,000 to $74,999708.1%
$75,000 to $99,99917520.3%
$100,000 to $149,99913415.5%
$150,000 to $199,99980.9%
$200,000+485.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Altavista

5-person families (76 | 8.8%) account for the highest median family income in Altavista with $92,348 per family, while 2-person families (437 | 50.6%) have the highest median income of $22,032 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Altavista
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families437 (50.6%)$44,063
3-Person Families293 (34.0%)$48,125
4-Person Families42 (4.9%)$0
5-Person Families76 (8.8%)$92,348
6-Person Families15 (1.7%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total863 (100.0%)$52,986

Family Income by Number of Earners in Altavista

Family Income by Number of Earners in Altavista
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners137 (15.9%)$30,052
1 Earner320 (37.1%)$33,971
2 Earners386 (44.7%)$82,442
3+ Earners20 (2.3%)$0
Total863 (100.0%)$52,986

Household Income in Altavista

Household Income Brackets in Altavista

With 332 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Altavista, accounting for 22.9% of all households. In contrast, only 9 households (0.6%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Altavista
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000865.9%
$10,000 to $14,999463.2%
$15,000 to $24,99920013.8%
$25,000 to $34,99933222.9%
$35,000 to $49,99919413.4%
$50,000 to $74,9991369.4%
$75,000 to $99,99918913.0%
$100,000 to $149,99920914.4%
$150,000 to $199,99990.6%
$200,000+483.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Altavista

The median household income in Altavista is $39,761, with the highest median household income of $73,906 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 477 households (32.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 24 households (1.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Altavista
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years24 (1.7%)$0
25 to 44 Years491 (33.8%)$33,845
45 to 64 Years477 (32.9%)$73,906
65+ Years459 (31.6%)$38,005
Total1,451 (100.0%)$39,761

Poverty in Altavista

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Altavista

With 13.4% poverty level for males and 7.0% for females among the residents of Altavista, under 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 54 males (46.2%) and 7 females (21.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Altavista
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years54 (46.2%)7 (5.3%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)9 (16.4%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)7 (21.9%)
25 to 34 Years73 (45.3%)34 (12.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years9 (5.5%)39 (13.1%)
55 to 64 Years12 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years65 (31.4%)18 (10.2%)
75 Years and over7 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total220 (13.4%)114 (7.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Altavista

According to the poverty statistics in Altavista, males aged 5 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Altavista
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years63 (53.8%)125 (94.7%)
5 Years13 (100.0%)33 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years121 (100.0%)70 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years71 (100.0%)63 (100.0%)
15 Years49 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years32 (100.0%)46 (83.6%)
18 to 24 Years127 (100.0%)25 (78.1%)
25 to 34 Years88 (54.7%)250 (88.0%)
35 to 44 Years250 (100.0%)139 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years154 (94.5%)259 (86.9%)
55 to 64 Years217 (94.8%)211 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years142 (68.6%)158 (89.8%)
75 Years and over100 (93.5%)123 (100.0%)
Total1,427 (86.6%)1,516 (93.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Altavista

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Altavista show that 1.3% or 7 of the total 528 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.9%, comprising of 7 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Altavista
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children239 (97.2%)7 (2.9%)
1 or 2 Children191 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total521 (98.7%)7 (1.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Altavista

According to the poverty data in Altavista, 28.0% or 42 single-father households and 10.8% or 20 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 households (59.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (15.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Altavista
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children42 (59.2%)20 (15.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total42 (28.0%)20 (10.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Altavista

The poverty data for Altavista shows that 7 of the married-couple family households (1.3%) and 62 of the single-parent households (18.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 7 households (2.9%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 62 household (30.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Altavista
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children7 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)62 (30.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7 (1.3%)62 (18.5%)

Employment Characteristics in Altavista

Employment by Class of Employer in Altavista

Among the 1,383 employed individuals in Altavista, private company employees (1,064 | 76.9%), state government employees (93 | 6.7%), and local government employees (71 | 5.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Altavista
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,06476.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)443.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)100.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations684.9%
Local Government Employees715.1%
State Government Employees936.7%
Federal Government Employees332.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,383100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Altavista

According to the labor force statistics for Altavista, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,687), 61.3% or 1,647 individuals are in the labor force, with 11.5% or 189 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 96.3% or 257 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 38.7% or 29 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Altavista
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years75 (49.3%)29 (38.7%)
20 to 24 Years87 (92.6%)9 (10.3%)
25 to 29 Years257 (96.3%)96 (37.4%)
30 to 34 Years136 (76.4%)6 (4.4%)
35 to 44 Years353 (90.7%)30 (8.5%)
45 to 54 Years381 (82.6%)19 (5.0%)
55 to 59 Years154 (56.2%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years64 (35.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years126 (32.9%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over15 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,647 (61.3%)189 (11.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Altavista

According to labor force statistics for Altavista, 76.9% of individuals (1,344) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,748) are in the labor force, with 11.2% or 151 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 90.7% or 409 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 20.1% or 86 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Altavista
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School39 (28.1%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma428 (76.6%)112 (20.1%)
College / Associate Degree469 (78.3%)71 (11.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher409 (90.7%)10 (2.2%)
Total1,344 (76.9%)196 (11.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Altavista

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Altavista are Management (194 | 13.3%), Business & Financial (65 | 4.5%), Community & Social Service (64 | 4.4%), Education Instruction & Library (64 | 4.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (58 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Altavista

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Altavista, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (54.5%), Management (26.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (20.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Altavista
OccupationMaleFemale
Management52 (26.8%)142 (73.2%)
Business & Financial9 (13.9%)56 (86.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science12 (20.7%)46 (79.3%)
Computers & Mathematics12 (54.5%)10 (45.5%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 7 (10.9%)57 (89.1%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library7 (10.9%)57 (89.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total (Category)80 (20.3%)315 (79.7%)
Total (Overall)735 (50.4%)724 (49.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Altavista are Healthcare Support (127 | 8.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (70 | 4.8%), Security & Protection (46 | 3.2%), Firefighting & Prevention (29 | 2.0%), and Law Enforcement (17 | 1.2%).
Services Occupations in Altavista

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Altavista, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (64.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Altavista
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)127 (100.0%)
Security & Protection46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving25 (35.7%)45 (64.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total (Category)86 (32.5%)179 (67.5%)
Total (Overall)735 (50.4%)724 (49.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Altavista are Office & Administration (277 | 19.0%), and Sales & Related (73 | 5.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Altavista

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Altavista
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related56 (76.7%)17 (23.3%)
Office & Administration86 (31.0%)191 (69.0%)
Total (Category)142 (40.6%)208 (59.4%)
Total (Overall)735 (50.4%)724 (49.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Altavista are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (88 | 6.0%), and Construction & Extraction (22 | 1.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Altavista

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Altavista
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair88 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)110 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)735 (50.4%)724 (49.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Altavista are Production (158 | 10.8%), Transportation (120 | 8.2%), and Material Moving (61 | 4.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Altavista

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Altavista
OccupationMaleFemale
Production136 (86.1%)22 (13.9%)
Transportation120 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)317 (93.5%)22 (6.5%)
Total (Overall)735 (50.4%)724 (49.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Altavista

Employment Industries in Altavista

The major employment industries in Altavista include Manufacturing (440 | 30.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (143 | 9.8%), Retail Trade (141 | 9.7%), Construction (97 | 6.7%), and Finance & Insurance (77 | 5.3%).
Employment Industries in Altavista

Employment Industries by Sex in Altavista

The Altavista industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Construction (91.7%), and Retail Trade (88.6%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Professional & Scientific (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Altavista
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction89 (91.7%)8 (8.3%)
Manufacturing236 (53.6%)204 (46.4%)
Wholesale Trade49 (81.7%)11 (18.3%)
Retail Trade125 (88.6%)16 (11.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing54 (88.5%)7 (11.5%)
Utilities10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance9 (11.7%)68 (88.3%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support40 (64.5%)22 (35.5%)
Educational Services7 (9.3%)68 (90.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance12 (8.4%)131 (91.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services25 (35.7%)45 (64.3%)
Public Administration62 (88.6%)8 (11.4%)
Total735 (50.4%)724 (49.6%)

Education in Altavista

School Enrollment in Altavista

The most common levels of schooling among the 648 students in Altavista are elementary school (183 | 28.2%), high school (169 | 26.1%), and middle school (122 | 18.8%).
School Enrollment in Altavista
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool7411.4%
Kindergarten213.2%
Elementary School18328.2%
Middle School12218.8%
High School16926.1%
College / Undergraduate6810.5%
Graduate / Professional111.7%
Total648100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Altavista

Out of a total of 648 students who are enrolled in schools in Altavista, 69 (10.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 579 (89.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 51 (27.7% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 167 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Altavista
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds54 (88.5%)7 (11.5%)
5 to 9 Year Old133 (72.3%)51 (27.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds167 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds150 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over39 (78.0%)11 (22.0%)
Total579 (89.4%)69 (10.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Altavista

Business (247 | 31.7%), education (86 | 11.0%), computers & mathematics (67 | 8.6%), social sciences (65 | 8.3%), and arts & humanities (65 | 8.3%) are the most common fields of study among 779 individuals in Altavista who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Altavista
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics678.6%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural344.4%
Physical & Health Sciences192.4%
Psychology405.1%
Social Sciences658.3%
Engineering334.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies111.4%
Science & Technology222.8%
Business24731.7%
Education8611.0%
Literature & Languages101.3%
Liberal Arts & History415.3%
Visual & Performing Arts293.7%
Communications101.3%
Arts & Humanities658.3%
Total779100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Altavista

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Altavista

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Altavista are males with 2 vehicles (370, accounting for 54.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (233, making up 53.0%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Altavista
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)16 (2.3%)
1 Vehicle99 (14.4%)178 (25.5%)
2 Vehicles370 (54.0%)233 (33.4%)
3 Vehicles135 (19.7%)232 (33.2%)
4 Vehicles81 (11.8%)39 (5.6%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total685 (100.0%)698 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Altavista

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Altavista are 45 to 59 minutes (294 commuters, 22.4%), 5 to 9 minutes (244 commuters, 18.6%), and 30 to 34 minutes (198 commuters, 15.1%).
Commute Time in Altavista
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes594.5%
5 to 9 Minutes24418.6%
10 to 14 Minutes19614.9%
15 to 19 Minutes624.7%
20 to 24 Minutes715.4%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes19815.1%
35 to 39 Minutes231.8%
40 to 44 Minutes513.9%
45 to 59 Minutes29422.4%
60 to 89 Minutes826.2%
90 or more Minutes332.5%

Commute Time by Sex in Altavista

The most common commute times in Altavista are 45 to 59 minutes (185 commuters, 27.8%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (136 commuters, 21.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Altavista
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes59 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes108 (16.2%)136 (21.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes79 (11.9%)117 (18.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes43 (6.5%)19 (2.9%)
20 to 24 Minutes12 (1.8%)59 (9.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes99 (14.9%)99 (15.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes12 (1.8%)11 (1.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)51 (7.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes185 (27.8%)109 (16.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes59 (8.9%)23 (3.5%)
90 or more Minutes9 (1.3%)24 (3.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Altavista

The most frequent times of departure to work in Altavista are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (124, 18.6%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (272, 42.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Altavista
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM69 (10.4%)9 (1.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)8 (1.2%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM27 (4.1%)11 (1.7%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM121 (18.2%)48 (7.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM124 (18.6%)81 (12.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM85 (12.8%)272 (42.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM53 (8.0%)67 (10.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM60 (9.0%)31 (4.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)28 (4.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM32 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM54 (8.1%)47 (7.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM40 (6.0%)46 (7.1%)
Total665 (100.0%)648 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Altavista

Occupancy by Ownership in Altavista

Of the total 1,451 dwellings in Altavista, owner-occupied units account for 940 (64.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 511 (35.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Altavista
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units94064.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units51135.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,451100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Altavista

Occupancy by Household Size in Altavista
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household56639.0%
2-Person Household36425.1%
3-Person Household38826.7%
4+ Person Household1339.2%
Total Housing Units1,451100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Altavista

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Altavista
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household319 (56.4%)247 (43.6%)
2-Person Household265 (72.8%)99 (27.2%)
3-Person Household234 (60.3%)154 (39.7%)
4+ Person Household122 (91.7%)11 (8.3%)
Total Housing Units940 (64.8%)511 (35.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Altavista

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Altavista
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School143 (82.7%)30 (17.3%)
High School Diploma224 (53.1%)198 (46.9%)
College/Associate Degree356 (59.6%)241 (40.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher217 (83.8%)42 (16.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Altavista

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Altavista
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years29420.3%
35 to 44 Years22115.2%
45 to 54 Years21715.0%
55 to 64 Years26017.9%
65 to 74 Years26418.2%
75 to 84 Years1379.4%
85 Years and Over584.0%
Total1,451100.0%

Housing Finances in Altavista

Median Income by Occupancy in Altavista

Median Income by Occupancy in Altavista
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied940 (64.8%)$48,103
Renter-Occupied511 (35.2%)$33,250
Average1,451 (100.0%)$39,761

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Altavista

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Altavista
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00038 (4.0%)7 (1.4%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)40 (7.8%)
$10,000 to $14,9997 (0.7%)40 (7.8%)
$15,000 to $19,999133 (14.1%)20 (3.9%)
$20,000 to $24,99925 (2.7%)22 (4.3%)
$25,000 to $34,999175 (18.6%)158 (30.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999114 (12.1%)81 (15.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999103 (11.0%)34 (6.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999149 (15.9%)40 (7.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999140 (14.9%)69 (13.5%)
$150,000 or more56 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total940 (100.0%)511 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Altavista

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Altavista
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300193 (20.5%)16 (3.1%)
$300 to $499265 (28.2%)17 (3.3%)
$500 to $799178 (18.9%)312 (61.1%)
$800 to $99954 (5.7%)65 (12.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499190 (20.2%)79 (15.5%)
$1,500 to $1,99941 (4.4%)14 (2.7%)
$2,000 to $2,49911 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more8 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total940 (100.0%)511 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Altavista

Housing Structures in Altavista

Housing Structures in Altavista
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,11276.6%
Single Unit, Attached332.3%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments17812.3%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other1288.8%
Total1,451100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Altavista

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Altavista
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached828 (74.5%)284 (25.5%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)178 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other112 (87.5%)16 (12.5%)
Total940 (64.8%)511 (35.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Altavista

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Altavista
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)38 (7.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms300 (31.9%)403 (78.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms378 (40.2%)70 (13.7%)
8 or more Rooms262 (27.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total940 (100.0%)511 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Altavista

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Altavista
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas106 (11.3%)26 (5.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas63 (6.7%)20 (3.9%)
Electricity508 (54.0%)415 (81.2%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene229 (24.4%)24 (4.7%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels34 (3.6%)26 (5.1%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total940 (100.0%)511 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Altavista

Household Vehicle Usage in Altavista
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle29 (3.1%)76 (14.9%)
1 Vehicle269 (28.6%)276 (54.0%)
2 Vehicles387 (41.2%)143 (28.0%)
3 or more Vehicles255 (27.1%)16 (3.1%)
Total940 (100.0%)511 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Altavista

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Altavista

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units521419
Median Property Value$105,900$152,000
Median Household Income$34,592$0
Monthly Housing Costs$376$8
Real Estate Taxes$526$9

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Altavista

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Altavista
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000190 (36.5%)16 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $99,99963 (12.1%)80 (19.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999244 (46.8%)272 (64.9%)
$300,000 to $499,99924 (4.6%)36 (8.6%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)15 (3.6%)
Total521 (100.0%)419 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Altavista

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Altavista
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00031 (5.9%)14 (3.3%)
$10,000 to $24,999115 (22.1%)7 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999122 (23.4%)50 (11.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99972 (13.8%)53 (12.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99930 (5.8%)42 (10.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99952 (10.0%)73 (17.4%)
$100,000 to $149,99943 (8.3%)97 (23.2%)
$150,000 or more56 (10.7%)97 (23.2%)
Total521 (100.0%)419 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Altavista

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Altavista
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x254 (48.7%)69,531 (16,594.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x116 (22.3%)193 (46.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x48 (9.2%)38 (9.1%)
4.0x or more81 (15.5%)99 (23.6%)
Total521 (100.0%)419 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Altavista

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Altavista
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800325 (62.4%)7 (1.7%)
$800 to $1,499114 (21.9%)167 (39.9%)
$800 to $1,49960 (11.5%)226 (53.9%)
Total521 (100.0%)419 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Altavista

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Altavista

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Altavista
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years295 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years457 (94.8%)25 (5.2%)
19 to 25 Years123 (75.9%)39 (24.1%)
26 to 34 Years381 (87.6%)54 (12.4%)
35 to 44 Years380 (97.7%)9 (2.3%)
45 to 54 Years386 (83.7%)75 (16.3%)
55 to 64 Years419 (95.2%)21 (4.8%)
65 to 74 Years362 (94.5%)21 (5.5%)
75 Years and older230 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,033 (92.5%)244 (7.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Altavista

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Altavista
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born295 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen457 (94.8%)25 (5.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen123 (75.9%)39 (24.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Altavista

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Altavista
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000393 (93.8%)26 (6.2%)
$25,000 to $49,999973 (87.3%)142 (12.7%)
$50,000 to $74,999252 (90.6%)26 (9.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999698 (93.3%)50 (6.7%)
$100,000 and over717 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Altavista

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Altavista
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6189 (64.1%)119 (40.3%)
6 to 18 Years58 (12.0%)408 (84.7%)
19 to 25 Years98 (60.5%)42 (25.9%)
25 to 34 Years151 (34.7%)250 (57.5%)
35 to 44 Years147 (37.8%)289 (74.3%)
45 to 54 Years41 (8.9%)374 (81.1%)
55 to 64 Years153 (34.8%)294 (66.8%)
65 to 74 Years362 (94.5%)125 (32.6%)
75 Years and over230 (100.0%)105 (45.7%)
Total1,429 (43.6%)2,006 (61.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Altavista

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Altavista
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years42 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years17 (5.9%)43 (13.6%)
35 to 64 Years70 (10.9%)105 (16.2%)
65 to 74 Years42 (20.3%)34 (19.3%)
75 Years and over38 (35.5%)72 (58.5%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Altavista

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Altavista: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years8 (1.3%)9 (1.4%)
65 to 74 Years15 (7.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over29 (27.1%)21 (17.1%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Altavista: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years27 (13.0%)5 (2.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)7 (5.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Altavista: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years42 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years17 (5.9%)11 (3.5%)
35 to 64 Years17 (2.6%)57 (8.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)3 (2.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Altavista: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years9 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)23 (7.3%)
35 to 64 Years62 (9.7%)60 (9.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)29 (16.5%)
75 Years and over30 (28.0%)51 (41.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Altavista: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)23 (7.3%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)30 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)9 (7.3%)

Technology Access in Altavista

Computing Device Access in Altavista

Computing Device Access in Altavista
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop97367.1%
Smartphone1,14979.2%
Tablet74251.1%
No Computing Device20714.3%
Total1,451100.0%

Internet Access in Altavista

Internet Access in Altavista
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home84958.5%
Cellular Data Only22615.6%
Satellite Internet1238.5%
No Internet28019.3%
Total1,451100.0%

Altavista Summary

Altavista, Virginia is a small town located in the south-central part of the state, in Campbell County. It is situated on the banks of the Staunton River, and is part of the Lynchburg Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town has a population of approximately 8,000 people, and is known for its historic downtown area, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

History

Altavista was founded in 1777 by William Lynch, a Revolutionary War veteran. The town was named after the Spanish phrase “alta vista,” which translates to “high view.” The town was originally a trading post and a stop on the stagecoach route between Lynchburg and Danville. In 1845, the town was incorporated, and in 1854, the first railroad line was built, connecting Altavista to Lynchburg.
In the late 19th century, Altavista became a major center for the tobacco industry. The town was home to several tobacco warehouses, and the tobacco industry was the primary source of employment for many of the town’s residents. In the early 20th century, the town’s economy shifted to textiles, and the town became home to several textile mills.

Geography

Altavista is located in the south-central part of Virginia, in Campbell County. The town is situated on the banks of the Staunton River, and is part of the Lynchburg Metropolitan Statistical Area. The town is located approximately 30 miles south of Lynchburg, and is approximately 90 miles west of Richmond.
The town is located in a hilly region of the state, and is surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains to the east and the Allegheny Mountains to the west. The town is located in a humid subtropical climate zone, and experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters.

Economy

The economy of Altavista is largely based on manufacturing and agriculture. The town is home to several manufacturing plants, including a paper mill, a furniture factory, and a plastics plant. The town is also home to several agricultural operations, including dairy farms, poultry farms, and vegetable farms.
The town is also home to several retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses. The town is served by the Altavista Area Chamber of Commerce, which works to promote economic development in the area.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Altavista was 8,097. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 17.2% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.2% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median household income in Altavista was $37,917, and the median family income was $45,938. The per capita income was $19,945. About 17.2% of the population was below the poverty line.
Altavista is served by the Campbell County Public Schools system. The town is home to two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The town is also home to several private schools, including a Catholic school and a Christian school.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Altavista?
Total Population of Altavista is 3,370.
What is the Total Male Population of Altavista?
Total Male Population of Altavista is 1,704.
What is the Total Female Population of Altavista?
Total Female Population of Altavista is 1,666.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Altavista?
There are 102.28 Males per 100 Females in Altavista.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Altavista?
There are 97.77 Females per 100 Males in Altavista.
What is the Median Population Age in Altavista?
Median Population Age in Altavista is 41.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Altavista
Average Family Size in Altavista is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Altavista
Average Household Size in Altavista is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Altavista?
Per Capita income in Altavista is $29,114.
What is the Median Family Income in Altavista?
Median Family Income in Altavista is $52,986.
What is the Median Household income in Altavista?
Median Household Income in Altavista is $39,761.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Altavista?
Income or Wage Gap in Altavista is 6.1%.
Women in Altavista earn 93.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Altavista?
Inequality or Gini Index in Altavista is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Altavista?
There are 1,647 People in the Labor Forcein in Altavista.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Altavista?
61.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Altavista.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Altavista?
Unemployment Rate in Altavista is 11.5%.