Westmoreland County, VA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
18,683 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,766 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
43 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$244,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$463 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$812 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.2% 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 leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) 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 36
Feb 3 4 39
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 3 0 56
May 4 0 65
Jun 3 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 3 0 59
Nov 3 0 49
Dec 3 2 39

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Washington & Lee High
1 miles, SW · 4.6star
Montross Middle
3 miles, S · 4.6star
Cople Elem
7 miles, SE · 4.1star
Rappahannock High
12 miles, S · 4.6star
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Colleges

St Mary's College of Maryland
21 miles, E · 3.2star
Blades School of Hair Design
21 miles, E · 1star
College of Southern Maryland
33 miles, N · 1.9star
Eastern Virginia Career College
39 miles, NW · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Riverside Tappahannock Hospital
15 miles, SW · 3.2star
Medstar Saint Mary's Hospital
16 miles, NE · 3.2star
Calverthealth Medical Center
33 miles, NE · 4.1star
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Airports

Richmond International Airport
50 miles, SW · 2.3star
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