Riverdale, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,129 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,779 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$177,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$327 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$539 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Halifax County
3
Virginia
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Halifax County
4
Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 37
Feb 3 1 40
Mar 4 1 48
Apr 3 0 57
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 3 0 49
Dec 3 1 40

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, VA State Senate District 9, VA State House District 49, VA
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Schools

South Boston Elem
3 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Halifax County Middle
4 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Piedmont Community College
18 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Danville Community College
30 miles, W • 1.4 star
Averett University
30 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital
3 miles, N • 3.2 star
Person Memorial Hospital
19 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Sovah Health Danville
29 miles, W • 2.3 star
Granville Health Systems
29 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

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