State Senate District 25, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
213,554 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,006 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$310,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$487 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,048 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.7% 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 36
Feb 3 4 39
Mar 4 0 46
Apr 3 0 56
May 4 0 64
Jun 3 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 3 0 49
Dec 3 2 39

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, VA State House District 68, VA
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Schools

Essex High
2 miles, E • 4.6 star
Essex Int
3 miles, E • 4.1 star
St Margaret's School
3 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Rappahannock Community College
28 miles, S • 1.4 star
Randolph-Macon College
32 miles, W • 2.8 star
St Mary's College of Maryland
33 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Riverside Tappahannock Hospital
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Medstar Saint Mary's Hospital
31 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Rappahannock General Hospital
32 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Richmond International Airport
35 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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