Chincoteague, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
3,300 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,292 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$329,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$462 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$885 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
28.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Accomack County
3
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

Accomack County
3
Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 37
Feb 3 3 40
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 3 0 55
May 4 0 64
Jun 3 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 4 2 40

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, VA State Senate District 20, VA State House District 100, VA
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Schools

Chincoteague Elem
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Chincoteague High
<1 miles, W • 4.6 star
Arcadia High
11 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

University of Maryland Eastern Shore
26 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Delmarva Beauty Academy
30 miles, N • 1 star
Wor-Wic Community College
30 miles, N • 1.4 star
Eastern Shore Community College
30 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital
26 miles, W • 3.2 star
McCready Health
27 miles, NW
Atlantic General Hospital
28 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Norfolk International Airport
86 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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