Sussex, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
110 332.4M (US)
Median Age
63.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,531 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$187,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$321 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$707 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sussex County
2
Richmond Metro Area
3
Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sussex County
2
Richmond Metro Area
5
Virginia
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 39
Feb 3 2 42
Mar 4 0 49
Apr 3 0 58
May 4 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 5 0 71
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 1 42

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 63% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.

Liberal (63%) (34%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 61%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, VA State Senate District 13, VA State House District 83, VA
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Schools

Sussex Central Middle
<1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Sussex Central High
1 miles, E • 4.6 star
Sussex Central Elem
1 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Richard Bland College
18 miles, N • 1.4 star
Virginia State University
23 miles, N • 1.9 star
Paul D Camp Community College
25 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Southside Regional Medical Center
19 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Richmond International Airport
41 miles, N • 2.3 star
Norfolk International Airport
59 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
89 miles, SW • 1 star
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