Wattsville, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
1,425 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,677 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$170,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$432 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$747 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.3% 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 3 37
Feb 3 3 40
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 3 0 56
May 4 0 64
Jun 3 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 4 2 41

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Arcadia High
3 miles, W • 4.6 star
Arcadia Middle
3 miles, W • 4.1 star
Kegotank Elem
6 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Eastern Shore Community College
24 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Delmarva Beauty Academy
29 miles, N • 1 star
Salisbury University
30 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

McCready Health
20 miles, NW
Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital
20 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Atlantic General Hospital
32 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Norfolk International Airport
81 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Richmond International Airport
104 miles, W • 2.3 star
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