Gratton, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
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
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
797 332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
95.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$111,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$111,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$372 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$657 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Tazewell County
2
Bluefield Urban Area
3
Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Tazewell County
4
Bluefield Urban Area
3
Virginia
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 31
Feb 3 7 34
Mar 3 4 41
Apr 3 1 50
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 43
Dec 3 6 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, VA State Senate District 5, VA State House District 43, VA
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Schools

Tazewell Middle
3 miles, W • 4.6 star
Tazewell High
4 miles, W • 4.6 star
Tazewell Elem
5 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Bluefield College
12 miles, E • 1.9 star
Bluefield State College
14 miles, E • 1.4 star
Wytheville Community College
23 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Bluefield Regional Medical Center
14 miles, E • 2.3 star
Smyth County Community Hospital
20 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
71 miles, W • 1 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
75 miles, E • 1 star
Yeager Airport
86 miles, N • 1.4 star
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