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RANK #846 / 996 NAT · #30 / 37 VA · POP 60,541
1YR FORECAST: +0.7%
5YR OUTLOOK: +14%
Pittsylvania County, Virginia, the largest county in the state by land area, is known for its rural landscapes and historical significance. Chatham, the county seat, offers a glimpse into the past with its historic district and the Pittsylvania County Courthouse, a National Historic Landmark. Located in south-central Virginia, the county is within reasonable driving distance of larger cultural hubs like Danville, Greensboro, and Lynchburg. Commuting within the county primarily involves driving, with an average commute time of around 27 minutes. The community provides access to outdoor recreation, including parks, walking trails, and regional attractions like Leesville Lake and Smith Mountain Lake.
Life in Pittsylvania County offers a rural setting with access to natural scenery. The public school system is recognized for its quality, with several schools receiving high ratings. The county's economy, historically rooted in agriculture, particularly tobacco, is diversifying. Recent economic developments show investment in sectors such as manufacturing, with new facilities bringing jobs to the area. There is also a focus on developing infrastructure for data centers and energy, contributing to the evolving economic landscape.
Overvalued relative to economy
Prices declining
Below-average climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing looks overvalued at 13.9x — home prices are high relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
Estimated local headcount ranges. Larger employers shown as floor + "+"; smaller employers show exact counts where reported.
Source: Redfin · Census BPS — Browse sales on Redfin →
Source: CDC/NCHS vital statistics via County Health Rankings (2020–2022 avg). Rates per 100,000 population. Grade based on homicide rate relative to national average (~6.3). Learn more →
Source: EPA Air Quality System (2021–2022). Grade based on 3-year average median AQI. Learn about AQI →
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Southern Virginia Megasite at Berry Hill Data Center Campus
SAC III Acquisition Co. (affiliated with Stack Infrastructure)
|
$73,000M | Proposed |
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Southeast Supply Enhancement Project (Transco Pipeline Expansion)
Williams (Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Co.)
|
$1,530M | Planned |
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Microporous Battery Separator Manufacturing Plant
Microporous
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$1,350M | Planned |
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Avio USA Manufacturing Facility
Avio USA Inc.
|
$500M | Planned |
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Walnut Solar Facility
Dominion Energy
|
$150M | Under Construction |
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Maplewood Solar Facility
Dominion Energy
|
$120M | Operating |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
The data is not encouraging — Pittsylvania County scores just 14/100 on the Boom Town Index, ranking #846 of 996 counties. Job growth at +0.2% and median household income of $52,619 reflect an economy that has been contracting or stagnating relative to the rest of the country.
By national standards, Pittsylvania County is quite affordable. Homes here have a median value of $144,100, and the income-to-home-value ratio of 0.37 is well above the U.S. average — especially with median rent at just $831/month. Residents can generally buy a home without being cost-burdened.
Population and employment in Pittsylvania County are both close to flat — population -0.5% YoY and jobs +0.2%. Home values shifted -1.2% over the past 12 months. A steady-state county, neither expanding quickly nor shrinking.
There's a moderate stream of newcomers. About 2.4% of residents moved from another state, which is above average and suggests Pittsylvania County has appeal as a relocation destination — though it's not among the highest-inflow counties nationally.