Buckingham Courthouse, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
253 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$106,684 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
51 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$329,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$402 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$599 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Buckingham 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

Buckingham County
2
Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 36
Feb 3 4 39
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 4 3 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, VA State Senate District 10, VA State House District 56, VA
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Schools

Buckingham County High
2 miles, SE • 5 star
Buckingham Co Middle
3 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Longwood University
20 miles, S • 2.3 star
Hampden-Sydney College
22 miles, S • 3.2 star
Sweet Briar College
29 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Piedmont Virginia Community College
31 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
33 miles, NE • 5 star
University of Virginia Medical Center
33 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Centra
35 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport
41 miles, NE • 1 star
Richmond International Airport
68 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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