Amherst County, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
31,385 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,298 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$197,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$388 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$661 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lynchburg Metro Area
3
Virginia
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lynchburg Metro Area
3
Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 34
Feb 3 4 37
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 3 3 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, VA State Senate District 11, VA State House District 53, VA
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Schools

Temperance Elem
6 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Amherst Elem
7 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Amherst County High
7 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Central Elem
8 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Sweet Briar College
6 miles, S • 1.9 star
Southern Virginia University
13 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Randolph College
13 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Centra College of Nursing
16 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Centra
15 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Carilion Stonewall Jackson Hospital
19 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital
28 miles, W • 4.1 star
Augusta Health
33 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
46 miles, NE • 1 star
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