Fairlawn, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
2,555 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
47.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,549 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$257,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$478 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,068 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pulaski County
3
Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford Metro Area
2
Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Pulaski County
4
Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford Metro Area
3
Virginia
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 31
Feb 3 6 34
Mar 3 3 41
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 0 43
Dec 3 5 34

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 45% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, VA State Senate District 5, VA State House District 42, VA
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Schools

Riverlawn Elem
1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Belle Heth Elem
1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
John N Dalton Int
2 miles, W • 4.6 star
Radford High
2 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Radford University
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
New River Community College
9 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Lewisgale Hospital Montgomery
8 miles, E • 3.2 star
Lewisgale Hospital Pulaski
13 miles, W • 2.3 star
Carilion Giles Community Hospital
16 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Greenbrier Valley Airport
50 miles, NE • 1 star
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