Piney Mountain, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
2,478 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$129,120 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$284,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$546 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,763 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Albemarle 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

Albemarle County
3
Charlottesville Metro Area
3
Virginia
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 34
Feb 3 6 37
Mar 4 2 45
Apr 3 0 54
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 1 47
Dec 3 4 37

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, VA State Senate District 11, VA State House District 55, VA
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Schools

Baker-Butler Elem
3 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Mortimer Y Sutherland Middle
4 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Hollymead Elem
4 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

University of Virginia-Main Campus
10 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Piedmont Virginia Community College
11 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Blue Ridge Community College
30 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
10 miles, SW • 5 star
University of Virginia Medical Center
10 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Sentara Rmh Medical Center
30 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
27 miles, NW • 1 star
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