Gretna, 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 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,275 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$36,023 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
63.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$140,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$384 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$530 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pittsylvania County
2
Danville Urban 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

Pittsylvania County
2
Danville Urban Area
5
Virginia
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 34
Feb 3 3 37
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 3 0 46
Dec 3 1 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, VA State Senate District 9, VA State House District 48, VA
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Schools

Gretna Elem
<1 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Gretna High
<1 miles, W • 4.6 star
Gretna Middle
<1 miles, W • 4.6 star
Chatham Elem
8 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Averett University
26 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Danville Community College
27 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Sovah Health Danville
26 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital
29 miles, N • 4.1 star
Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital
29 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Piedmont Triad International Airport
67 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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