Castlewood, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
1,120 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,958 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$163,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$346 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$565 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Russell County
2
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

Russell County
3
Virginia
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) 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 4 6 32
Feb 4 5 36
Mar 4 3 44
Apr 4 1 53
May 5 0 61
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 4 4 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Castlewood High
<1 miles, SW · 4.6star
Castlewood Elem
<1 miles, SW · 4.6star
St Paul Elem
2 miles, N · 5star
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Colleges

King University
22 miles, S · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Russell County Hospital
12 miles, E · 4.1star
Norton Community Hospital
20 miles, NW · 5star
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Airports

Tri-Cities Airport
29 miles, SW · 1star
Asheville Regional Airport
101 miles, SW · 1.4star
Yeager Airport
110 miles, NE · 1.4star
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