Bobtown, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 9/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
196 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
80.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
78.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,795 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
23.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$587,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$571 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$713 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.0% 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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 38
Feb 3 3 41
Mar 4 1 48
Apr 3 0 57
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 4 2 42

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Pungoteague Elem
<1 miles, E · 4.1star
Nandua Middle
5 miles, E · 4.1star
Nandua High
5 miles, E · 4.6star
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Colleges

Eastern Shore Community College
3 miles, SE · 1.4star
Rappahannock Community College
46 miles, W · 1.4star
Delmarva Beauty Academy
49 miles, NE · 1star
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Hospitals

McCready Health
24 miles, N
Rappahannock General Hospital
32 miles, NW · 3.2star
Riverside Walter Reed Hospital
44 miles, W · 3.2star
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Airports

Norfolk International Airport
57 miles, SW · 2.3star
Richmond International Airport
84 miles, W · 2.3star
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