Ripplemead, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
347 332.4M (US)
Median Age
64.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,218 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$121,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$845 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$652 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Giles 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

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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 32
Feb 3 7 35
Mar 3 3 42
Apr 3 1 52
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 43
Dec 3 5 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Giles High
1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Jefferson Christian Academy
2 miles, SE • 1 star
Macy McClaugherty Combined
2 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Radford University
16 miles, S • 2.3 star
New River Community College
16 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Concord University
18 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Carilion Giles Community Hospital
1 miles, W • 4.1 star
Lewisgale Hospital Montgomery
19 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Lewisgale Hospital Pulaski
19 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Greenbrier Valley Airport
39 miles, NE • 1 star
Yeager Airport
87 miles, N • 1.4 star
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