State Senate District 5, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
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
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
219,006 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,963 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$170,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$394 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$697 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.3% 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 7 31
Feb 3 6 34
Mar 3 3 42
Apr 3 0 51
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 3 0 43
Dec 3 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 5%

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

Bland County Elem
2 miles, E • 4.6 star
Spiller Elem
10 miles, S • 4.6 star
George Wythe High
10 miles, S • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Wytheville Community College
10 miles, S • 1.4 star
Bluefield College
12 miles, N • 1.9 star
Bluefield State College
14 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Wythe County Community Hospital
10 miles, S • 3.2 star
Bluefield Regional Medical Center
13 miles, N • 2.3 star
Princeton Community Hospital
19 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Carilion Tazewell Community Hospital
20 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Greenbrier Valley Airport
67 miles, NE • 1 star
Tri-Cities Airport
82 miles, W • 1 star
Yeager Airport
92 miles, N • 1.4 star
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