Stephens City, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,338 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$94,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
23.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$287,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$513 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$996 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Frederick County
2
Winchester Metro Area
2
Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Frederick County
3
Winchester Metro Area
3
Virginia
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 31
Feb 2 6 34
Mar 3 3 41
Apr 3 2 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 3 3 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 6%

Schools

Robert E Aylor Middle
<1 miles, SE 4.6 star
Legacy Christian Academy
<1 miles, S 3.2 star
Bass-Hoover Elem
1 miles, SE 4.1 star
Mountain View Christian Academy
2 miles, NE 1 star

Colleges

Lord Fairfax Community College
5 miles, SW 1.4 star
Shenandoah University
6 miles, NE 2.3 star

Hospitals

Winchester Medical Center
7 miles, NE 4.1 star
Warren Memorial Hospital
11 miles, S 4.1 star
Shenandoah Memorial Hospital
22 miles, W 4.1 star
Jefferson Medical Center
24 miles, E 4.1 star

Airports

Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport
67 miles, SW 1 star