Virginia · Metropolitan Area
Lynchburg is a mid-size city in Virginia with a population of 79,255. Residents earn $59,808 per year, which is 20% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lynchburg receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lynchburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lynchburg is $59,808, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Lynchburg is $211,800, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,043 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 467 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,533 per 100,000, 29% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 38.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.
Lynchburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 307 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 93.1% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.9% |
| 49% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $59,808 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,004 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,129 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,363 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,654 |
| Restaurants | 273 |
| Healthcare | 280 |
| Retail | 337 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,881 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.83% |
| Commute Time | 16.8 min |
| Work from Home | 11.5% |
| Census Median | $211,800 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $257,824 |
| Median List Price | $254,950 |
| Median List Price | $254,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $148 |
| Homes Sold | 87 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.1% |
| Price Drops | 25.1% |
| Inventory | 203 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,043 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,311 |
| Studio | $1,027 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,033 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,187 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,635 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,750 |
| Owner-Occupied | 49.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,881 |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.83% |
| Obesity | 40.6% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.6% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.6% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Premature Death | 11,251/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 280 |
| Total Violent | 466.7/100K |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Murder | 6.4/100K |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Rape | 38.2/100K |
| Robbery | 71.2/100K |
| Assault | 351.0/100K |
| Total Property | 2,533.1/100K |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 512.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,885.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 134.8/100K |
| Arson | 8.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 58.2°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 307 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 32.9 inches |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 3.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 682 ft (208 m) |
| Area | 48.9 sq mi (126.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,620/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3990°N, 79.1955°W |
| County FIPS | 51680 |
Winner: Republican by 7.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 38.5% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.04 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,620/sq mi |
| Total Area | 48.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 15 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 20 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 280 |
| Restaurants | 273 |
| Retail Stores | 337 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 16.8 min |
| Work from Home | 11.5% |