Pocahontas Public RecordsVirginia

Pocahontas, in Tazewell County, VA, features a low median home value around $60,000, with a homeownership rate near 75% and rentals averaging $550 monthly. Housing stock is primarily single-family homes, many built before 1950, with some duplexes. Property values have remained relatively stable, rising 2% year-over-year. The town's neighborhoods are small and quiet, with close proximity to historic Main Street. Real estate taxes in Tazewell County are modest, averaging $0.57 per $100 assessed value, making it affordable for both homeowners and renters.

Pocahontas, in Tazewell County, VA, has limited healthcare infrastructure, with no hospitals in the town—residents typically access Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital (24 beds) and local clinics in Tazewell (approx. 8 miles away). The county’s uninsured rate is about 10%, and Medicare/Medicaid cover a significant portion of the predominantly older population; about 22% are over age 65. Primary care physicians serve about 2,500 county residents each. Common health issues include chronic respiratory diseases, diabetes, and heart disease. Rural health barriers include physician shortages and transportation. Telehealth and federally qualified health centers help close access gaps.

Transportation in Pocahontas, Tazewell County, VA, is predominantly car-centric, with over 90% of residents commuting by private vehicle and vehicle ownership rates averaging 2 cars per household. Public transit options are minimal, reflected in under 1% transit usage. The average commute time is around 27 minutes, slightly above the national average. Primary commuting flows are toward nearby towns such as Bluefield and Tazewell, major employment hubs for healthcare, education, and retail. Road infrastructure is primarily local roads and state highways, with limited pedestrian or cycling facilities.

As of the 2020 Census, Pocahontas, a town in Tazewell County, VA, had a population of 389. The median age was approximately 51 years. Gender distribution was nearly equal, with about 51% female and 49% male residents. Racially, the town was predominantly White (92.5%), with small percentages of African American (3.6%), Native American (0.5%), and those identifying as two or more races (3.4%). Hispanic or Latino residents of any race comprised roughly 1.8% of the population.

Pocahontas, a small town in Tazewell County, VA, is served by Tazewell County Public Schools, with the nearest high school being Tazewell High School, located about 10 miles away. The county’s graduation rate is approximately 89%. There are no colleges or universities in Pocahontas; 13% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The town has no schools within its limits. Tazewell High scores 6/10 on GreatSchools for academics and safety. Adult education is offered through the area’s Southwest Virginia Community College, which is about 20 miles away, providing GED and workforce programs.