McDowell, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
37 332.4M (US)
Median Age
74.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
39.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,738 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$199,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$241 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$578 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Highland County
2
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

Highland County
2
Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 16 26
Feb 3 13 29
Mar 4 10 36
Apr 4 3 46
May 5 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 5 0 67
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 4 3 39
Dec 3 13 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, VA State Senate District 2, VA State House District 35, VA
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Schools

Highland Elem
6 miles, N • 4.6 star
Highland High
6 miles, N • 4.6 star
Green Bank Elementary-Middle School
18 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Buffalo Gap High
19 miles, SE • 5 star
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Colleges

Mary Baldwin University
27 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Bridgewater College
29 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Bath Community Hospital
30 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Augusta Health
33 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
33 miles, SE • 1 star
Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport
59 miles, SE • 1 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
59 miles, W • 1 star
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