Merrimac, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
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
2,955 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
29.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
42.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,202 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$73,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$263 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$942 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
25.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
2
Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford Metro Area
2
Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
2
Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford Metro Area
3
Virginia
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 32
Feb 3 6 35
Mar 3 3 43
Apr 3 1 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 3 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 3 5 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 37%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, VA State Senate District 5, VA State House District 42, VA
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Schools

Margaret Beeks Elem
2 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Blacksburg High
2 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Radford University
8 miles, W • 2.3 star
New River Community College
16 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Lewisgale Hospital Montgomery
1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Carilion Giles Community Hospital
18 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Lewisgale Hospital Pulaski
20 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Greenbrier Valley Airport
46 miles, NE • 1 star
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