Palmyra, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
25 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
60.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,490 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
52 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$275,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$430 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$992 $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

Fluvanna County
2
Charlottesville 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

Fluvanna County
2
Charlottesville Metro Area
3
Virginia
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 34
Feb 3 4 37
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 3 0 55
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 3 3 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, VA State Senate District 10, VA State House District 56, VA
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Schools

Fluvanna County High
2 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Carysbrook Elem
3 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Piedmont Virginia Community College
16 miles, NW • 1.4 star
University of Virginia-Main Campus
18 miles, NW • 4.1 star
South University-Richmond
39 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Longwood University
40 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

University of Virginia Medical Center
17 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Augusta Health
43 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
44 miles, NW • 1 star
Richmond International Airport
57 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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