Free Union, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
185 332.4M (US)
Median Age
62.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
100.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$93,795 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,265,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,056 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,279 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Albemarle County
2
Charlottesville 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

Albemarle County
3
Charlottesville Metro Area
3
Virginia
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 34
Feb 3 6 37
Mar 4 2 45
Apr 3 0 54
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 3 4 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, VA State Senate District 11, VA State House District 55, VA
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

Broadus Wood Elem
4 miles, E • 4.6 star
Meriwether Lewis Elem
5 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Mary Carr Greer Elem
6 miles, S • 2.8 star
Browse all schools near Charlottesville Metro Area

Colleges

University of Virginia-Main Campus
9 miles, S • 4.1 star
Piedmont Virginia Community College
11 miles, S • 1.4 star
Blue Ridge Community College
22 miles, NW • 1.4 star
James Madison University
26 miles, N • 3.7 star
Browse all colleges near Charlottesville Metro Area

Hospitals

Augusta Health
24 miles, W • 4.1 star
Sentara Rmh Medical Center
24 miles, N • 4.1 star
Browse all hospitals near Charlottesville Metro Area

Airports

Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
20 miles, NW • 1 star
Browse all airports near Charlottesville Metro Area