State House District 47, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
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
82,899 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,290 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$150,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$330 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$478 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 33
Feb 3 3 36
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 3 0 53
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 45
Dec 3 2 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 3%

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Congressional District 9, VA State Senate District 7, VA
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Schools

Meadows of Dan Elem
2 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Willis Elem
8 miles, N • 4.6 star
Woolwine Elem
9 miles, E • 4.6 star
Gladesboro Elem
11 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Ferrum College
26 miles, E • 1.9 star
Radford University
27 miles, N • 2.3 star
New River Community College
28 miles, N • 1.4 star
Surry Community College
30 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Northern Hospital of Surry County
21 miles, SW • 5 star
Twin County Regional Hospital
28 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Greenbrier Valley Airport
76 miles, NE • 1 star
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