Brightwood, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
1,436 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$90,208 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$300,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$401 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,137 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
98.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Madison County
2
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

Madison County
2
Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 32
Feb 3 5 35
Mar 4 2 43
Apr 3 0 53
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 4 1 45
Dec 3 3 36

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, VA State Senate District 28, VA State House District 62, VA
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Schools

Waverly Yowell Elem
4 miles, W • 4.1 star
Oak Grove Mennonite School
6 miles, SW • 1 star
William H Wetsel Middle
6 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Germanna Community College
22 miles, SE • 1.4 star
University of Virginia-Main Campus
31 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Piedmont Virginia Community College
32 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Page Memorial Hospital, Inc
23 miles, N • 5 star
Fauquier Hospital
29 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
30 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport
24 miles, SW • 1 star
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