Melfa, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
447 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$28,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$159,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$403 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$582 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Accomack County
3
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

Accomack County
3
Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 38
Feb 3 3 41
Mar 4 0 48
Apr 3 0 56
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 59
Nov 3 0 50
Dec 4 1 42

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 3%

Schools

Nandua High
2 miles, NE 4.6 star
Nandua Middle
2 miles, NE 4.1 star
Pungoteague Elem
3 miles, NW 4.1 star

Colleges

Eastern Shore Community College
<1 miles, SW 1.4 star
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
39 miles, NE 1.9 star
Delmarva Beauty Academy
48 miles, NE 1 star
Rappahannock Community College
49 miles, W 1.4 star

Hospitals

Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital
4 miles, NE 3.2 star
McCready Health
25 miles, N
Rappahannock General Hospital
36 miles, NW 3.2 star
Riverside Walter Reed Hospital
47 miles, W 3.2 star

Airports

Norfolk International Airport
58 miles, SW 2.3 star
Richmond International Airport
87 miles, W 2.3 star