Glen Lyn, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
66 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$171,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$417 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$476 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
90.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Giles County
2
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

Giles County
2
Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford Metro Area
3
Virginia
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 8 31
Feb 2 7 34
Mar 2 3 42
Apr 2 1 52
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 2 0 69
Sep 2 0 64
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 2 1 43
Dec 2 5 34

Hazards

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 74%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Narrows High
4 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Narrows Elem/Mid
4 miles, S • 4.6 star
Peterstown Middle School
4 miles, E • 2.3 star
Peterstown Elementary School
4 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Concord University
9 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Valley College-Princeton
13 miles, W • 1 star
New River Community College
20 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Carilion Giles Community Hospital
9 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Princeton Community Hospital
14 miles, W • 2.3 star
Lewisgale Hospital Pulaski
22 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Greenbrier Valley Airport
42 miles, NE • 1 star
Yeager Airport
80 miles, N • 1.4 star
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