Radford, VA
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Radford, VA
At a Glance
How Radford Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Radford's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Radford a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Radford residents earn a median household income of $52,791 , which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,220. The unemployment rate stands at 7.6% (111% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 372 business establishments, including 43 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Radford is $211,700 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $271,087. Median rent is $966/month, with 35.7% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Radford reports 218 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 43% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 908/100K.
Education
39.8% of adults in Radford hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above the national average). 93.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Radford has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches.