Emporia City, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
5,633 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$131,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$433 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$674 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
30.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Virginia
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (61%) (38%) 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 1 39
Feb 3 1 42
Mar 4 0 49
Apr 3 0 58
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 5 0 77
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 3 0 60
Nov 3 0 51
Dec 3 1 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Edward W Wyatt Middle
1 miles, NE · 4.1star
Greensville Elem
1 miles, NE · 3.7star
Greensville County High
2 miles, SW · 4.6star
Belfield Elem
2 miles, N · 3.7star
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Colleges

Halifax Community College
19 miles, SW · 1.4star
Chowan University
30 miles, SE · 1.9star
Richard Bland College
33 miles, NE · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Community Memorial Hospital
32 miles, NW · 3.2star
Southampton Memorial Hospital
33 miles, SE · 2.3star
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Airports

Richmond International Airport
57 miles, NE · 2.3star
Pitt-Greenville Airport
74 miles, S · 1star
Norfolk International Airport
75 miles, E · 2.3star
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