Mendota, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 2/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
125 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,063 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
69 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$146,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$250 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$527 $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

Washington County
2
Kingsport-Bristol Metro 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

Washington County
4
Kingsport-Bristol Metro Area
5
Virginia
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 4 34
Feb 4 4 37
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 1 53
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 2 0 55
Nov 3 0 45
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 3%

Schools

Valley Institute Elem
6 miles, S 4.6 star
Nickelsville Elem
7 miles, NW 4.6 star
Morrison School
9 miles, S 1 star

Colleges

King University
12 miles, S 2.3 star
Northeast State Community College
17 miles, SW 1.4 star
Virginia Highlands Community College
17 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Indian Path Community Hospital
16 miles, W 3.2 star
Russell County Hospital
18 miles, NE 4.1 star

Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
17 miles, SW 1 star
Asheville Regional Airport
89 miles, SW 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
113 miles, W 2.3 star