Median Age
45 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
26%
South Boston, VA
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$869
Population
8,322
Renter Mix
48% Rent
A charming small town with a friendly atmosphere
Commuter
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Outdoors
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Park-Like
This charming south Virginia town provides an intimate setting thanks to a population of just over 8,000 people. Perfect for families, South Boston is home to a charming Main Street district and a friendly community in which everyone knows your name. Situated along the Dan River just 31 miles from Danville, the town of South Boston will delight with historic charm. Single-family homes and loft apartments will suit a variety of budgets and styles, while providing easy access to the scenic Virginia countryside.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$45,214
Average: $60,290
Education
1,439
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
3,158
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
South Boston has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
48%
Non-Renters
52%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
12%
Other Education
88%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in South Boston, VA is $1,065 for a studio, $869 for one bedroom, $1,146 for two bedrooms, and $888 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in South Boston has increased by 1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$869/month
703 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly South Boston, VA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
666 Students
South Boston Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
666 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
925 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
925 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,397 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,397 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Lawsons Creek Wildlife Management Area
- Dan River Wildlife Management Area
- Wolf Trap Wildlife Management Area
- Banister River - North Unit Wildlife Management Area
- Banister River - South Unit Wildlife Management Area
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.