Gloucester Point, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
11,159 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,589 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$286,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$543 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$842 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Gloucester County
1
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk Metro Area
4
Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Gloucester County
2
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk Metro Area
5
Virginia
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 39
Feb 3 2 41
Mar 4 0 48
Apr 4 0 57
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 1 42

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 5%

Schools

Abingdon Elem
2 miles, N 4.6 star
Achilles Elem
3 miles, E 4.6 star
Yorktown Middle
3 miles, SW 5 star

Colleges

Centura College-Newport News
9 miles, SW 1 star
William & Mary
12 miles, W 4.1 star

Hospitals

Riverside Walter Reed Hospital
11 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Norfolk International Airport
31 miles, S 2.3 star
Richmond International Airport
48 miles, NW 2.3 star