Drakes Branch 59 Below average
Drakes Branch Livability #459 ranked city in Virginia#19,485 ranked city in the USARanks better than 33% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Drakes Branch

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this region is notably lower than the national average, encompassing everyday goods, housing, utilities, transportation and health care expenses.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

  • Employment

    Low income levels and high unemployment rates results in a low score in the employment category. It could prove difficult to find well-paying employment in this area.

  • Schools

    The lower than average schools score may be influenced by below-average education levels, subpar reading and math scores and the lack of access to local elementary and high schools.

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      Drakes Branch transportation information

      Statistic Drakes Branch Virginia National
      Average one way commute29min28min26min
      Workers who drive to work83.7%77.4%76.4%
      Workers who carpool2.4%9.5%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit4.1%4.5%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.4%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.0%2.4%2.8%
      Working from home6.5%4.7%4.6%
      Source: The Drakes Branch, VA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).