Wachapreague, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
290 332.4M (US)
Median Age
58.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,917 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
30.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$206,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$320 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,045 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 4 3 38
Feb 3 3 40
Mar 4 0 47
Apr 3 0 57
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 4 1 42

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Accawmacke Elem
5 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Nandua High
5 miles, N • 4.6 star
Nandua Middle
6 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Eastern Shore Community College
4 miles, NW • 1.4 star
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
42 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Delmarva Beauty Academy
51 miles, NE • 1 star
Rappahannock Community College
51 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital
7 miles, N • 3.2 star
McCready Health
28 miles, N
Rappahannock General Hospital
39 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Riverside Walter Reed Hospital
48 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Norfolk International Airport
57 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Richmond International Airport
90 miles, W • 2.3 star
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