Callaghan, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
277 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
89.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$100,781 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$171,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$346 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$656 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Alleghany 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

Alleghany County
2
Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 31
Feb 3 5 34
Mar 3 2 42
Apr 3 0 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 3 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 3 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 3 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, VA State Senate District 3, VA State House District 37, VA
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Schools

Callaghan Elem
<1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Boys Home
4 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Covington High
6 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Jeter-Watson Intermediate
6 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Hollins University
32 miles, S • 1.9 star
Washington and Lee University
35 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Hospitals

Lewisgale Hospital Alleghany
11 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Bath Community Hospital
19 miles, E • 3.2 star
Greenbrier Valley Medical Center
21 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Greenbrier Valley Airport
17 miles, NW • 1 star
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