Housing in Emporia, VA
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$146,970
Emporia vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Emporia is highlighted.
Median Home Value
35th%ilemost expensive$131,100show rank
Median Rent
60th%ilemost expensive rent$1,060show rank
Rent Burden
87th%ilehighest rent burden25.8%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$131,100
Median Rent
$1,060
Total Housing Units
2,824
Vacancy Rate
21.4%
Owner Occupied
38.4%
Renter Occupied
61.6%
Median Property Tax
$990
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$678
Housing Types
Single Family77.2%
Multi-Family19.4%
Mobile Home3.4%
The median home value in Emporia, VA is $131,100. According to Zillow, the home value index for Emporia is $146,970. The median rent is $1,060 per month (Census ACS). About 38.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1963. There are 2,824 total housing units.