State Senate District 8, VA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
214,907
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
32.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$68,182
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$232,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$412
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$784
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.2%
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 | 34 |
| Feb | 3 | 3 | 37 |
| Mar | 4 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 71 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 46 |
| Dec | 3 | 2 | 37 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.
Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 64%Schools
New London Academy Elem
4 miles, NE
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4.6
Thomas Jefferson Elem
7 miles, NE
•
4.6
Forest Middle
7 miles, NE
•
4.6
Forest Elem
8 miles, NE
•
4.6
Colleges
Liberty University
11 miles, E
•
1.4
Central Virginia Community College
11 miles, E
•
1.4
Sylvain Melloul International Hair Academy
12 miles, E
•
1
University of Lynchburg
13 miles, E
•
2.3
Hospitals
Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital
11 miles, NW
•
4.1
Centra
14 miles, NE
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4.1
Carilion Medical Center
33 miles, W
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2.3
Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital
35 miles, W
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3.2
Airports
Lynchburg Regional Airport-Preston Glenn Field
9 miles, E
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1
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport-Woodrum Field
35 miles, NW
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1
Greenbrier Valley Airport
70 miles, NW
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1
Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
73 miles, NE
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1