Tangier, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
240 332.4M (US)
Median Age
63.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$33,405 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$135,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$437 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$860 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Accomack County
3
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

Accomack County
3
Virginia
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 37
Feb 3 4 40
Mar 4 1 47
Apr 3 0 57
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 5 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 50
Dec 3 2 41

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, VA State Senate District 20, VA State House District 100, VA
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Schools

Tangier Combined
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Ewell School
12 miles, N
Crisfield Academy and High School
14 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Eastern Shore Community College
18 miles, SE • 1.4 star
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
31 miles, NE • 1.9 star
St Mary's College of Maryland
35 miles, N • 3.2 star
Rappahannock Community College
39 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

McCready Health
14 miles, NE
Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital
17 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Rappahannock General Hospital
23 miles, W • 3.2 star
Riverside Walter Reed Hospital
41 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Norfolk International Airport
65 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Richmond International Airport
76 miles, W • 2.3 star
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