Lynchburg Metro Area, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
262,716 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,782 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$224,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$406 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$762 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Virginia
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 34
Feb 3 4 37
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 3 0 54
May 4 0 63
Jun 3 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 3 0 46
Dec 3 2 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, VA State Senate District 8, VA State House District 52, VA
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Schools

Heritage Elem
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Heritage High
<1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Sandusky Elem
1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Central Virginia Community College
2 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Liberty University
2 miles, SE • 1.4 star
University of Lynchburg
3 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Centra
4 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital
16 miles, W • 4.1 star
Carilion Stonewall Jackson Hospital
31 miles, N • 4.1 star
Carilion Medical Center
41 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
64 miles, NE • 1 star
Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport
68 miles, NE • 1 star
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