Buchanan County, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
19,857 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$42,216 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$91,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$344 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$495 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.4% 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 7 32
Feb 3 6 35
Mar 4 3 43
Apr 4 1 52
May 5 0 60
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 5 0 71
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 3 4 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, VA State Senate District 6, VA State House District 43, VA
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Schools

Grundy High
2 miles, NW • 5 star
Mountain Mission School
3 miles, NW • 5 star
Jm Bevins Elementary
4 miles, E • 4.1 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Buchanan General Hospital
2 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Clinch Valley Medical Center
17 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Russell County Hospital
26 miles, SW • 4.1 star

Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
58 miles, SW • 1 star
Yeager Airport
80 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
99 miles, E • 1 star