Bath 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 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
4,123 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,709 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$206,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$468 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$581 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 30
Feb 3 6 33
Mar 4 3 41
Apr 3 0 51
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 0 42
Dec 3 5 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, VA State Senate District 2, VA State House District 35, VA
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Schools

Bath County High
4 miles, W • 4.6 star
Valley Elem
9 miles, W • 4.6 star
Millboro Elem
9 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Sharon Elem
18 miles, SW • 4.6 star

Colleges

Dabney S Lancaster Community College
19 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Washington and Lee University
25 miles, S • 4.6 star
Virginia Military Institute
25 miles, S • 4.1 star
Southern Virginia University
31 miles, S • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Bath Community Hospital
8 miles, W • 3.2 star
Lewisgale Hospital Alleghany
21 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Carilion Stonewall Jackson Hospital
26 miles, S • 4.1 star

Airports

Greenbrier Valley Airport
39 miles, W • 1 star