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Lynchburg, VA
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Lynchburg, VA
At a Glance
How Lynchburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lynchburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lynchburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lynchburg residents earn a median household income of $59,808 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,004. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,654 business establishments, including 273 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lynchburg is $211,800 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $257,824. Median rent is $1,043/month, with 28.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Lynchburg reports 383 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 1% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,184/100K. The murder rate is 2.4/100K.
Education
38.5% of adults in Lynchburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above the national average). 90.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lynchburg has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 307 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.