Fort Chiswell, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
770 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,147 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$191,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$309 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$662 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wythe County
1
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

Wythe County
2
Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 32
Feb 3 5 35
Mar 4 2 42
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 0 43
Dec 3 3 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, VA State Senate District 7, VA State House District 46, VA
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Schools

Fort Chiswell High
1 miles, S • 5 star
Fort Chiswell Middle
1 miles, S • 4.6 star
Max Meadows Elem
2 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Sheffey Elem
4 miles, SW • 5 star
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Colleges

Wytheville Community College
6 miles, NW • 1.4 star
New River Community College
18 miles, E • 1.4 star
Radford University
26 miles, E • 2.3 star
Bluefield College
26 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Wythe County Community Hospital
8 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Lewisgale Hospital Pulaski
14 miles, E • 2.3 star
Twin County Regional Hospital
19 miles, S • 2.3 star
Bluefield Regional Medical Center
26 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Greenbrier Valley Airport
70 miles, NE • 1 star
Tri-Cities Airport
87 miles, W • 1 star
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