Dungannon, VA
Livability
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Bikeability
5/10
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Walkability
7/10
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Transit
7/10
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Commute
5/10
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Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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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
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Moderately Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but walking may be limited by distance, infrastructure, or availability of nearby amenities.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
- home Housing
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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
278
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.0 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
39.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
19.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$32,917
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
55.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$78,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$356
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$371
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Scott County
1
Kingsport-Bristol Metro Area
4
Virginia
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Scott County
2
Kingsport-Bristol Metro Area
5
Virginia
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.
Liberal (29%) (68%) ConservativeClimate
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 | 34 |
| Feb | 4 | 5 | 37 |
| Mar | 4 | 3 | 45 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 53 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 62 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 66 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 4 | 1 | 45 |
| Dec | 4 | 5 | 36 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Dungannon Intermediate
<1 miles, NE
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Twin Springs High
3 miles, S
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Nickelsville Elem
6 miles, S
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Fort Blackmore Primary
7 miles, W
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Colleges
The University of Virginia's College at Wise
11 miles, N
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Mountain Empire Community College
16 miles, NW
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King University
24 miles, SE
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Northeast State Community College
24 miles, S
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Hospitals
Norton Community Hospital
12 miles, NW
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Lonesome Pine Hospital
16 miles, NW
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Indian Path Community Hospital
19 miles, SW
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Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center
20 miles, SW
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Airports
Tri-Cities Airport
25 miles, S
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Asheville Regional Airport
96 miles, SW
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Tri-State Airport-Milton J Ferguson Field
106 miles, N
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McGhee Tyson Airport
110 miles, W
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