Fairlawn, VA

Virginia · Radford city · Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford Metro

Fairlawn is a small town in Virginia with a population of 2,555. Residents earn $67,549 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0

B+ Good

2,555 Population 811/sq mi density

$67,549 Median Income $42,040 per capita

$257,000 Home Value $261,350 Zillow

$1,533 Median Rent 38.9% income on rent

53°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr

593 Violent Crime/100K 2,146 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.7 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.4 / 5.0

$67,549 median income, 1.9% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.5 / 5.0

$257,000 home value, $1,533/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

593 violent crimes/100K (56% above avg)

A+

Education

4.8 / 5.0

47.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $67,549

10% lower than US avg

Home Value $257,000

9% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 593/100K

56% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 47.7%

42% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,533

32% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.7%

1% lower than US avg

Unemployment 1.9%

47% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.7%

94% lower than US avg

How Fairlawn Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,555

Median Age52.1 yrs

Density811/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans12.9%

Economy

Median Income$67,549

Per Capita$42,040

Unemployment1.9%

Poverty0.7%

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$257,000

Rent$1,533

Ownership79.5%

Zillow$261,350

Housing Units1,369

Rent Burden38.9%

Crime

Violent593/100K

Property2,146/100K

Health

Obesity31.7%

Uninsured6.7%

Smoking11.5%

Depression24.5%

Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI35 (Good)

Rain42.1 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation1,920 ft (585 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+47.7%

High School+94.8%

Graduate+10.3%

School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%

Commute21 min

Broadband86.6%

EV Stations3

Libraries1

Is Fairlawn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fairlawn receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Fairlawn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fairlawn is $67,549, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fairlawn is $257,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,533 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 593 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,146 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fairlawn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Fairlawn has a population of 2,555 with a density of 811 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age is 52.1 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 4.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.6% of residents, while 8.4% speak Spanish. 12.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,555

Total Population

811

People / sq mi

52.1yrs

Median Age

34% above US avg

3.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%

Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Fairlawn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.6%

17% above US avg

Spanish 8.4%

37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fairlawn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fairlawn is $67,549, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,040. The average weekly wage is $1,039, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 372 business establishments, including 43 restaurants. The cost of living index is 101.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fairlawn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$67,549
	10% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$42,040
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,039
IRS Avg AGI	$56,929
Gini Index	0.517 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.9%
	47% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.7%
	94% below US avg
Establishments (County)	372

Business (County)

Restaurants	43
Healthcare	43
Retail	36
Manufacturing	14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,194
	9% below US avg
Cost of Living	101.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.8 min
Drive Alone	88.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairlawn is $257,000, 9% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,350. Homes sell for 102% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,533 (32% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,181 for a one-bedroom to $1,369 for a two-bedroom apartment. 79.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,369 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $3,194. 38.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$257,000
	9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$261,350
Median List Price	$414,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$414,900
$/Sq Ft	$165
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	102.0%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,533
	32% above US avg
Rent Burden	38.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,137
1 Bedroom	$1,181
2 Bedrooms	$1,369
3 Bedrooms	$1,787
4 Bedrooms	$2,126

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	79.5%
Owner-Occupied	79.5%
Renter-Occupied	20.5%
Housing Units	1,369
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,194
	9% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.24%

In Fairlawn, 31.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.9% of residents, below the national average. 28.9% have high blood pressure. 11.5% are current smokers. 17.3% report binge drinking. 19.9% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.0% experience frequent mental distress. 6.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,833. The dentist ratio is 1:1,288. 77.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Fairlawn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.7%
	1% below US avg
Diabetes	8.8%
Heart Disease	4.9%
High Blood Pressure	28.9%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	5.1%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.5%
	18% below US avg
Binge Drinking	17.3%
Physical Inactivity	19.9%
Depression	24.5%
Mental Distress	17.0%
Physical Distress	11.4%
Short Sleep	34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.8%
Uninsured	6.7%
	22% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,833
Dentists	1:1,288
Mental Health	1:386
Checkup Rate	77.2%
Dental Visits	72.4%
Premature Death	8,739/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.1/10
Exercise Access	77.1%
Healthcare Facilities	43

Fairlawn has a violent crime rate of 593 per 100,000 residents, 56% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,146 per 100,000, 9% above the U.S. average. Overall, Fairlawn receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Fairlawn vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	592.5/100K
	56% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	2,145.8/100K
	9% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Traffic Accidents	1
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Fairlawn experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35. The city sits at an elevation of 1,920 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	53.0°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	33°F (0°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,920 ft (585 m)
Area	3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density	811/sq mi
Coordinates	37.1452°N, 80.5438°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Radford city County
Nearest Airport	Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field) (ROA) 34 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.1"

11% above US avg

Wettest Month (May) 3.94"

Driest Month (Jan) 2.56"

Air Quality

AQI Median	35.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	2.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	27.9 / 100
Community Resilience	50.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Very Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	No Rating
Winter Weather	Very Low
Lightning	Very Low
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 8, 2023.

Apr 22, 1991	14 km ESE of Falling Spring, West Virginia	M3.5	94 km
Feb 12, 1994	10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia	M3.4	135 km
Jun 26, 1995	6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia	M3.4	94 km
Sep 13, 2017	11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia	M3.2	39 km
Dec 4, 2001	9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia	M3.1	67 km
Jul 7, 1995	3 km NW of Mountain City, Tennessee	M3.0	136 km
May 16, 2009	2 km NNE of Cave Spring, Virginia	M3.0	49 km
Jun 28, 1991	4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia	M3.0	139 km
Jan 22, 1995	0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia	M2.9	24 km
Aug 25, 2013	3 km NNE of Blowing Rock, North Carolina	M2.9	148 km
Jul 4, 2009	3 km E of Narrows, Virginia	M2.8	29 km
Feb 15, 2005	12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia	M2.8	122 km
Jul 15, 2021	10 km S of Narrows, Virginia	M2.8	27 km
May 12, 2017	6 km SSW of Narrows, Virginia	M2.8	30 km
Jul 6, 2023	5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia	M2.7	50 km
Jun 21, 2017	1 km SW of Pratt, West Virginia	M2.7	139 km
Aug 18, 2000	2 km SSE of Narrows, Virginia	M2.7	53 km
Jul 12, 1993	5 km SW of Greensboro, North Carolina	M2.7	139 km
Aug 30, 2010	7 km ENE of Mountain City, Tennessee	M2.7	128 km
Aug 25, 2011	14 km SE of Falling Spring, West Virginia	M2.7	91 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Isabel (2003, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2003	Isabel	Category 1	258 km
1996	Fran	Category 2	272 km
1989	Hugo	Category 1	277 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

104 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 3 fatalities, 114 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 19, 2019	EF3	66 km	0
Mar 20, 1998	EF3	97 km	2
Apr 4, 1974	EF3	84 km	1
Apr 4, 1974	EF3	87 km	0
Mar 23, 2022	EF2	51 km	0
May 24, 2017	EF2	99 km	0
Oct 7, 2014	EF2	77 km	0
Apr 8, 2011	EF2	25 km	0
May 8, 2009	EF2	79 km	0
Sep 17, 2004	EF2	71 km	0
Sep 17, 2004	EF2	69 km	0
Jul 15, 1996	EF2	89 km	0
Jun 9, 1996	EF2	70 km	0
Aug 17, 1994	EF2	79 km	0
Jun 22, 1990	EF2	54 km	0
Aug 21, 1977	EF2	46 km	0
Jul 11, 1976	EF2	51 km	0
Apr 24, 1975	EF2	71 km	0
Apr 4, 1974	EF2	49 km	0
Apr 12, 1965	EF2	57 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ALLEGHANY TUNNELS FIRES (11,055 ac, 2012).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2012	ALLEGHANY TUNNELS FIRES	11,055	78 km
2012	BARBOURS CREEK.	7,244	65 km
1987	SAMS BRANCH	5,872	77 km
2001	MOUNTAIN FORK	4,393	98 km
2008	ANGEL	4,129	54 km
2021	UNNAMED	3,518	68 km
1987	SOUTH FORK OF TUG RIVER	3,490	83 km
2006	BULL MOUNTAIN	3,300	58 km
1987	NANCY FORK	3,198	98 km
1991	MULLENS BRANCH	3,059	87 km
2008	LITTLE CUBA	3,017	56 km
1991	JOHNSON HOLLOW	2,987	92 km
2010	PATTERSON MTN	2,443	74 km
2000	MEASLE FORK	2,432	97 km
2014	UNNAMED	2,194	67 km
1987	UNNAMED	2,038	63 km
1986	TUCKER	1,976	73 km
1987	ALLEN JCT.	1,918	89 km
1995	COVE	1,675	43 km
2015	SHORT HILLS MOUNTAIN	1,637	97 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	33°F (0°C)	2.6 in	Coldest, Driest
February	36°F (2°C)	2.8 in
March	44°F (7°C)	3.3 in
April	52°F (11°C)	3.2 in
May	61°F (16°C)	3.9 in	Wettest
June	68°F (20°C)	3.4 in
July	73°F (23°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	71°F (22°C)	3.4 in
September	65°F (18°C)	3.4 in
October	54°F (12°C)	3.5 in
November	45°F (7°C)	2.8 in
December	36°F (2°C)	2.7 in

Fairlawn has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 33°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.9") and January the driest (2.6").

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Fairlawn is located in Radford city County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 47.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 42% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 49.3% of the vote, a 0.5-point margin. 86.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 43 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 88.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.8%

D 49.3%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Traffic Accidents	1
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	47.7%
	42% above US avg
High School+	94.8%
Graduate Degree+	10.3%
School Test Score	5.58

A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	811/sq mi
Total Area	3.4 sq mi
County	Radford city County

Services

Broadband Access	86.6%
Avg Download Speed	121.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	2.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	43
Restaurants	43
Retail Stores	36

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.8 min
Drive Alone	88.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.2%

Average costs for common services in Fairlawn. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$253 ($152–$404)
Specialist Visit	$354 ($202–$556)
Urgent Care Visit	$202 ($101–$354)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,224 ($809–$5,055)
Dental Cleaning	$131 ($76–$202)
Dental Filling	$253 ($152–$404)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$46 ($25–$76)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$76 ($51–$121)
Brake Pad Replacement	$303 ($152–$506)
Tire Rotation	$40 ($20–$76)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$607 ($404–$1,011)
Battery Replacement	$202 ($101–$354)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$101 ($61–$152)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$91 ($51–$142)
HVAC Repair	$404 ($152–$809)
HVAC System Install	$7,077 ($4,044–$12,132)
Roof Repair	$1,011 ($404–$2,022)
Roof Replacement	$9,099 ($5,561–$15,165)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,517 ($506–$3,539)
Divorce (Contested)	$15,165 ($5,055–$30,330)
DUI Defense	$5,055 ($2,022–$10,110)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,517 ($809–$3,033)
Will Preparation	$506 ($202–$1,011)
Trust Preparation	$2,528 ($1,011–$5,055)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15–$46)
Women's Haircut	$56 ($30–$101)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$152 ($76–$253)
Manicure	$25 ($15–$46)
Pedicure	$40 ($25–$66)
Massage (1 Hour)	$81 ($51–$131)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.15 ($3.03–$5.56)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.54 ($2.53–$5.06)
Loaf of Bread	$3.84 ($2.53–$5.56)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.55 ($3.03–$6.57)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.56 ($4.04–$7.58)
Rice (per lb)	$1.01 ($0.61–$1.82)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$142 ($81–$253)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$71 ($30–$152)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$71 ($40–$121)
Internet (Monthly)	$71 ($40–$101)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$66 ($30–$101)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$86 ($51–$152)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$202 ($76–$506)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,022 ($1,213–$3,539)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$71 ($30–$131)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($8.09–$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$101 ($30–$253)
Driver's License Renewal	$30 ($15–$76)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,213 ($607–$2,528)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,011 ($506–$2,022)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$404 ($202–$708)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$51 ($25–$101)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,011 ($404–$2,528)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,638 ($5,055–$30,330)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$61 ($30–$101)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$101 ($51–$202)
Dog Grooming	$61 ($30–$101)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$40 ($20–$76)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$303 ($152–$506)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$202 ($101–$404)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$625
Toddler	$498
Preschool	$498
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$403
Toddler	$325
Preschool	$325

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Radford city

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	928	14	$64,495	1.88
Administrative & Waste Services	442	14	$78,373	1.25
Retail Trade	374	36	$34,362	0.62
Real Estate	101	26	$52,821	1.09
Other Services	67	27	$40,379	0.37
Finance & Insurance	65	20	$83,547	0.27
Wholesale Trade	56	8	$64,755	0.24
Unclassified	11	6	$47,086	1.32
Information & Technology	8	4	$93,663	0.07

Schools in Fairlawn

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Riverlawn Elementary	Elementary	382	31	12.3:1

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Radio Stations near Fairlawn

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Fairlawn

11 campgrounds found near Fairlawn.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
CALDWELL FIELDS GROUP CAMPGROUND	5.0/5	2	$35
GOOSE POINT	4.6/5	62	$26–$68
HORSESHOE POINT	4.6/5	49	$26–$34
Rocky Knob Campground	4.5/5	106	$30–$45
BOLEY FIELD GROUP CAMPGROUND	4.4/5	1	$35
Rock Castle Gorge Backcountry Camping	4.3/5	8	$15
SUNRISE CABIN	4.2/5	1	$100
STEEL BRIDGE CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	3	Free
BLUESTONE LAKE PICNIC SHELTER	3.0/5	1	$60
Collins Cove Horse Campground	—	11	$5
Fenwick Mines Pavilion	—	1	$25

National Parks Near Fairlawn

35 national parks and monuments found near Fairlawn.

Park	Type	Fee
Babcock State Park	State Park	Free
Beartown State Park	State Park	Free
Bluestone Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Bluestone National Scenic River	National Scenic River	Free
Bluestone State Park	State Park	Free
Booker T Washington National Monument	National Monument	Free
Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Camp Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Claytor Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Douthat State Park	State Park	Free
Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Fairy Stone State Park	State Park	Free
Grayson Highlands State Park	State Park	Free
Hanging Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Haw River State Park	State Park	Free
Hawks Nest State Park	State Park	Free
Hungry Mother State Park	State Park	Free
Little Beaver State Park	State Park	Free
Mayo River State Park	State Park	Free
Mayo River State Park	State Park	Free
Moncove Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Jefferson State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve	National Park & Preserve	Free
New River State Park	State Park	Free
New River Trail State Park	State Park	Free
Pilot Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Pinnacle Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Pipestem Resort State Park	State Park	Free
Shot Tower Historic State Park	State Park	Free
Smith Mountain Lake State Park	State Park	Free
South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River	State Park	Free
Stone Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Twin Falls Resort State Park	State Park	Free
Watoga State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Fairlawn

138+ trails found near Fairlawn.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	21.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	18.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	18.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	14.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	9.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH MOUNTAIN	7.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
POVERTY CREEK	7.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	6.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	6.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SEVENMILE	5.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	5.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
VIRGINIA'S WALK	4.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
IRON MOUNTAIN	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LITTLE HORSE GAP	4.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	4.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CASCADES	4.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	4.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTTS ARM	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PEARIS THOMPSON	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DIXON BRANCH	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CONSERVANCY	3.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
YELLOW BRANCH	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	2.6	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH MOUNTAIN	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LICK BRANCH	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TRACT FORK	2.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
LIPES BRANCH	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RIBBLE	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DIXON BRANCH	2.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EWING MOUNTAIN	2.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HOOF & HILL	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SARTAIN	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GROUSE	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
POTTS MOUNTAIN	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
COVE	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
STANDROCK BRANCH	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DRAGON'S TOOTH	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SARTAIN	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HORSE NETTLE	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
DEER	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TRACT FORK	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
JACOBS LADDER	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROOSTER	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
JOE PYE	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SNAKE ROOT	1.2	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BALD MOUNTAIN	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WAR BRANCH	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SNAKE ROOT	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SARVER	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HORSE NETTLE	1.1	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
NORTH MOUNTAIN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
POWERLINE	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
TURKEY	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
SKULLCAP	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SARTAIN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTTS MOUNTAIN	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DIXON BRANCH	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PRICKLY PEAR	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
FERRIER	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FENWICK NATURE WALK	0.8	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TURKEY	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
MAY APPLE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
PANDAPAS POND LOOP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROYALE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
WAR SPUR LOOP	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FENWICK WETLANDS	0.7	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TRILLIUM	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LITTLE HORSE GAP	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MIKES GAP	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WAR SPUR LOOP	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
QUEEN ANNE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HORSE NETTLE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
VIRGINIA'S WALK	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
INDIAN PIPE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
IRON MOUNTAIN	0.5	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WAR BRANCH	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BOURNES BRANCH	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
VIRGINIA'S WALK	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
QUEEN ANNE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BARNEY'S WALL	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LICK BRANCH	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BOY SCOUT	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LADY SLIPPER	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SKULLCAP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PICKLE BRANCH SHELTER	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WOODS AND FIELD	0.3	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
LARK SPUR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HANGING ROCK	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SARTAIN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CHEROKEE FLATS	0.2	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
PANDAPAS POND WETLAND LOOP	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HANGING ROCK	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTTS MOUNTAIN	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SKULLCAP	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POVERTY CREEK CONNECTOR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DRAGONS TOOTH SIDE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DRAGON'S TOOTH	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WAR SPUR LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ALLEGHENY TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
APPALACHIAN TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
VIRGINIA HIGHLANDS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WAR BRANCH	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DISMAL FALLS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
JOHN'S CREEK MOUNTAIN	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POLECAT	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEETS	0.0	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DEETS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POLECAT	—	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEETS	—	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
JOHN'S CREEK MOUNTAIN	—	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Museums in Fairlawn

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
NORTH-SOUTH SKIRMISH ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$301,683
BLACKSBURG MUSEUM AND CULTURAL FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 23	5405580746	$275,083
FINE ARTS CENTER FOR NEW RIVER VALLEY	ART MUSEUM		5409807363	$149,549
HISTORIC SMITHFIELD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5402313947	$117,984
MONTGOMERY MUSEUM AND LEWIS MILLER REGIONAL ART CENTER	ART MUSEUM	300 PEPPER ST S	5403825644	$116,096
GILES COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	208 NORTH MAIN STREET	5409211050	$76,053
CHRISTIANSBURG INSTITUTE	HISTORY MUSEUM		5403945001	$34,269
ANDREW JOHNSTON HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5409211050
ARMORY GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5402316000
ART MUSEM	ART MUSEUM
BLACKSBURG CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
FLOYD COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5407453247
FLOYD COUNTY PRESERVATION TRUST	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GEOLOGICAL SCIENCES	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		5402316894
GLENCOE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5407315031
HAHN HORTICULTURE GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		5402315970
HAHN HORTICULTURE GARDEN AT VIRGINIA TECH	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	200 GARDEN LANE (0915)
MUSEUM OF EARTH SCIENCES	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		5408315000
MUSEUM OF GEOSCIENCES	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		5402316894
NEW RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	5240 WILDERNESS ROAD	5406744835
NRCC ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
OLD CHURCH GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5407452979
OLD VA TEXTILES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5409801440
ORIS GLISSON HISTORIC COSTUME AND TEXTILE COLLECTION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5402316282
PERSPECTIVE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		5402316040
PRICE FAMILY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
RADFORD UNIVERSITY PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		5408315000
WILDERNESS ROAD REGIONAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5406744835

Libraries in Fairlawn

Name	Address	Annual Visits
MONTGOMERY-FLOYD REGIONAL LIBRARY	125 SHELTMAN STREET	413,595
RADFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	30 WEST MAIN ST.	196,300
PULASKI COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM	60 WEST THIRD STREET	130,821
PEARISBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY	209 FORT BRANCH ROAD	26,052

Farmers Markets in Fairlawn

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Blacksburg Farmers Market	108 W Roanoke St, Suite 101		Wed: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Christiansburg Farmers Market	West Main Street and Hickok Street	05/07/2015 to 10/15/2015	Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Community Market of Blacksburg	1400 Block South Main Street	05/17/2014 to 12/20/2014	Tue: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Draper Valley Farmer's Market	3054 Greenbriar Road	May to October
Floyd Farmers Market	203 S. Locust St.	05/06/2017 to 11/18/2017	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Pearisburg Community Market	1410 Wenonah Avenue	05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Pulaski The Marketplace	20 SOUTH WASHINGTON		Tue: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;		Visit
Radford Farmers' Market	East Main Street	05/14/2016 to 10/15/2016	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Fairlawn

Name	Type	Address	Phone
Eats Natural Foods	Health & Diet Foods Retail, Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services	708 N Main St
Rising Silo Brewery	Shopping, Farmers Markets, Food & Drink, Breweries	2351 Glade Rd	4105961200
Sixteen Blocks Brewery	Brewery	Patrick Henry And Mary Jane Cir	7039656785

Pharmacies in Fairlawn

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
KROGER	7480 LEE HIGHWAY	540-633-6710
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 2762	7373 PEPPERS FERRY BOULEVARD	540-731-4033

Cell Towers in Fairlawn

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
212703 Brammer Lane	TOWER	70
212703 Brammer Lane	TOWER	70
120 Radio Tower Road (97068)	LTOWER	20
120 Radio Tower Road (97068)	LTOWER	20

Bridges in Fairlawn

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1990	1,037	15,692	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1990	148	15,692	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2013	1,039	7,846	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2013	148	7,846	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2002	133	5,399	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1981	444	500	F

Amtrak Stations in Fairlawn

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Blacksburg, VA	250 Perry St	BUS

Superfund Sites Near Fairlawn

5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
HOLSTON RIVER QUARRY INC - DUBLIN QUARRY	5822 WILDERNESS RD	PULASKI
RADFORD ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT	4050 PEPPERS FERRY ROAD	MONTGOMERY
RADFORD TRADING, LLC	1701 WEST MAIN STREET	RADFORD CITY
VIRGINIA TECH	112 MAINTENANCE COMPLEX	MONTGOMERY
VIRGINIA TECH	112 MAINTENANCE COMPLEX	MONTGOMERY

Airports Near Fairlawn

39 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Greenbrier Valley Airport	LWB	Medium Airport
Mercer County Airport	BLF	Medium Airport
Raleigh County Memorial Airport	BKW	Medium Airport
Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport	ROA	Medium Airport
Alum Ridge STOLport	—	Small Airport
Barrows Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Blue Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Burnt Chimney Airport	—	Small Airport
Bush Airport	—	Small Airport
Catawba Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Covington Airport	—	Small Airport
Deer Run Airport	—	Small Airport
Fincastle Airport	—	Small Airport
Gravely Airport	—	Small Airport
Groundhog Mountain Airport	—	Small Airport
Heavenly Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Hinton-Alderson Airport	—	Small Airport
Landis Airport	—	Small Airport
Loury Lester Airpark	—	Small Airport
Maxwell Airport	—	Small Airport
Micro Airport	—	Small Airport
Moorefield's Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Mount Airy Surry County Airport	—	Small Airport
Nester Funny Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
New Castle International Airport	—	Small Airport
New River Valley Airport	PSK	Small Airport
Pace Airport	—	Small Airport
Perkey Airport	—	Small Airport
Peterstown Airport	—	Small Airport
Rockingham County NC Shiloh Airport	—	Small Airport
Summit Airport	—	Small Airport
Twin County Airport	—	Small Airport
Venning's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Virginia Tech Montgomery Executive Airport	BCB	Small Airport
Wemmering Airport	—	Small Airport
Willow Bend Airport	—	Small Airport
Woody Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Worley Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Fairlawn

5 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


Blacksburg Public Safety Building	200 Clay Street
Christiansburg Police Department	10 East Main Street
Christiansburg Police Department
Virginia State Police	5290 Bagging Plant Road
Virginia Tech Police Department

Grocery Stores in Fairlawn

2 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-Eleven 35781H	Convenience Store	302 Tyler Ave
Gobble Stop 13	Convenience Store	1401 Tyler Ave

Treatment Centers in Fairlawn

9 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
EHS	Both	540-260-3495
LewisGale Hospital Pulaski - Transitions Behavioral Health	Both	540-440-4433
New River Valley Community Services - Floyd Clinic	Both	540-745-2047
New River Valley Community Services - Giles Clinic	Both	540-921-2238
New River Valley Community Services - Melanie Adkins	Both	540-838-8000
New River Valley Community Services - Montgomery Center	Both	540-961-8300
New River Valley Community Services - New Horizons Crisis Stabilization	Both	540-831-5916
New River Valley Community Services - Pulaski Center	Both	540-994-5023
Spero Health	Substance Abuse	540-779-7516

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fairlawn

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
FAIRLAWN BAPTIST CHURCH	6758 OXFORD AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fairlawn

What is the population of Fairlawn?

Fairlawn has a population of 2,555 residents and is located in Virginia. The population density is 811 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Fairlawn expensive to live in?

Fairlawn has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 101.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $67,549, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $257,000 (9% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,533 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Fairlawn safe?

The violent crime rate in Fairlawn is 593 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,146 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Fairlawn receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Fairlawn?

Fairlawn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 35.

How is the job market in Fairlawn?

The job market in Fairlawn is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,039. There are 372 business establishments in the area, including 43 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 5.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fairlawn?

The median home value in Fairlawn is $257,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,350. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,533. Fair market rent is $1,181 for a 1-bedroom and $1,369 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 79.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,194.

How are the schools in Fairlawn?

Schools in Fairlawn score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 47.7% of adults in Fairlawn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. 10.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Fairlawn?

The obesity rate in Fairlawn is 31.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.5% of adults are smokers. 19.9% are physically inactive. 24.5% of residents report depression. 6.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 77.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,833.

What is transportation like in Fairlawn?

The average commute in Fairlawn is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 88.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fairlawn?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fairlawn is 93.7% White, 4.2% Black or African American. 91.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 8.4% speak Spanish. 12.9% of the population are military veterans. 19.3% of residents have a disability. 94.8% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Radford, VA 16,505 pop · 1.9 mi Plum Creek, VA 1,067 pop · 2.6 mi Merrimac, VA 2,955 pop · 7.5 mi Christiansburg, VA 22,820 pop · 7.7 mi Riner, VA 1,037 pop · 7.8 mi Dublin, VA 2,671 pop · 8.5 mi Blacksburg, VA 45,288 pop · 8.8 mi Pembroke, VA 1,130 pop · 13.2 mi Pulaski, VA 8,937 pop · 13.6 mi Shawsville, VA 1,725 pop · 16.0 mi Pearisburg, VA 2,864 pop · 16.2 mi Elliston, VA 1,041 pop · 18.8 mi Narrows, VA 2,064 pop · 19.5 mi Hillsville, VA 2,869 pop · 28.6 mi

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