Pocahontas, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
219 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
42.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$50,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$400 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$475 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
27.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Tazewell County
2
Bluefield Urban Area
3
Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Tazewell County
4
Bluefield Urban Area
3
Virginia
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 9 32
Feb 3 7 36
Mar 3 4 44
Apr 4 1 53
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 45
Dec 3 4 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 84%
Hillary Clinton 12%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, VA State Senate District 5, VA State House District 43, VA
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Schools

Abbs Valley-Boissevain Elem
4 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Bluewell Elementary School
5 miles, E • 1.9 star
Dudley Primary
5 miles, S
Anawalt Elementary School
5 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Bluefield State College
7 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Bluefield College
7 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Valley College-Princeton
14 miles, E • 1 star
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Hospitals

Bluefield Regional Medical Center
7 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Princeton Community Hospital
13 miles, E • 2.3 star
Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital
15 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Welch Community Hospital
16 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Greenbrier Valley Airport
64 miles, E • 1 star
Yeager Airport
75 miles, N • 1.4 star
Tri-Cities Airport
82 miles, W • 1 star
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