Livability Score

91
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (33) A+
Nomad Coffee Co.
Coffee Shop
Marigold
Coffee Shop
The Loving Co.
Coffee Shop
The White Hart
Coffee Shop
Mission House Coffee
Coffee Shop
Grains of Sense
Coffee Shop
5th St. Grind
Coffee Shop
La Vida Coffee + Market
Coffee Shop
The Bean Barn
Coffee Shop
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Coffee Shop
Golf Park Coffee
Coffee Shop
Good Karma Tea Co.
Coffee Shop
The Muse
Coffee Shop
Nomad Coffee
Coffee Shop
Nomad Coffee
Coffee Shop
The Bean Barn
Coffee Shop
Joe Beans
Coffee Shop
Corduroy Coffee and Kitchen
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (44) A+
Main Street Fine Art Gallery
Art Gallery
Lynchburg Museum
Museum
Commerce Street Theater
Theatre Arts
Be Kind Gallery
Art Gallery
Art Spot
Art Gallery
Unknown Name
Theatre Arts
End Station Theatre Company
Theatre Arts
Studio 3 Gallery
Art Gallery
Amazement Square
Museum
Opera On The James
Theatre Arts
Academy of Music Theatre
Theatre Arts
Academy Center of the Arts
Theatre Arts
Legacy Museum-African American
Museum
Pest House Medical Museum
Museum
Station House Museum
Museum
Anne Spencer House
Museum
Horse Hearse and Caretaker's Museum
Museum
VUL Sign
Attraction
Venue Cinemas
Cinema
Bank of the James Stadium
Stadium
Unknown Name
Stadium
Lynchburg City Stadium
Stadium
Sprayground
Water Park
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Thoresen Theatre
Theatre Arts
Food and Drink (101) A-
Domino's
Fast Food
Champion Taproom and Brewery
Bar
Rolled Cold Creamery
Sweets
Mrs. Joy's Absolutely Fabulous Treats
Sweets
Badger on Main
Bar
MayLynn's
Sweets
T.C. Trotters
Beverages
No. 7 Rooftop Bar
Bar
Batter Bar
Sweets
Everyday Sommelier
Beverages
Cinn City
Sweets
Texas Inn
Fast Food
Mary Jane's Cafe
Bar
The Local Pub
Bar
McDonald's
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Hardee's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Hardee's
Fast Food
Arby's
Fast Food
Fitness (34) A+
The Junto
Community Centre
Rise Up Climbing
Gym
YWCA
Community Centre
The Lighthouse Community Service Center of Lynchburg
Community Centre
Thaddeus Williams Community Center
Community Centre
College Hill Center
Community Centre
Daniel's Hill Center
Community Centre
Diamond Hill Center
Community Centre
Yoder Center
Community Centre
The Vibe Studio of Lynchburg
Gym
Miller Center
Community Centre
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Gym
Fairview Center
Community Centre
The Bike Shack
Community Centre
Walden Pond Fitness Center
Gym
PR Fitness
Gym
Get Up
Gym
Legendary Strength
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Groceries (24) B
Father's Cafe and Bakery
Bakery
Marsh Rock Seafood Company
Seafood
Bacon Street Bagel
Bakery
Seven Hills Food Company
Butcher
Best Catch Seafood
Seafood
F & L Market
Grocery Store
blue marlin
Seafood
Food Lion
Grocery Store
Tastykake Bakery Outlet
Bakery
Lynchburg Grows
Grocery Store
Food Lion
Grocery Store
Food Lion
Grocery Store
Chestnut Hill Bakery
Bakery
Kroger Butcher
Butcher
Kroger
Grocery Store
Nature's Own Bakery Outlet
Bakery
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Food Lion
Grocery Store
Parks (96) A+
Donna Park
Park
Riverfront Park
Park
Riverfront Park
Park
City Market Lofts Dog park
Park
Rotary Centennial Riverfront Skatepark
Park
Cliff's Edge Park
Park
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Playground
Riveredge Park
Park
Riverfront Park
Park
Biggers Neighborhood Park
Park
College Hill Neighborhood Park
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
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Playground
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Playground
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Playground
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Playground
Daniel's Hill Neighborhood Park
Park
Garland Hill Historic District
Park
Diamond Hill Neighborhood Park
Park
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Playground
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Playground
Yoder Recreation Center
Park
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Playground
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Playground
Valleyview Play Lot
Playground
Shops (317) A+
Director's Cut
Hairdresser
Garret Wayne Exquisite Apparel
Clothing
Spearman Artisanry
Clothing
Celebration Bridal
Clothing
Fashion Plus
Beauty
Scarlett's Main St. Gallery Antique Mall
Furniture
Bowen Jewelry Company
Fashion
Live Trendy or Die
Clothing
Ronnie's Hair Cuts and Styles
Hairdresser
Gentleman John's Classic Barber Shop
Hairdresser
Gilded
Gift Shop
Baby B's
Clothing
Blue Dream Bodega
Convenience Store
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Bicycle
Anointed Hands Beauty Salon
Beauty
Simpson Salvage Company
Furniture
La Femme
Beauty
Enchanted Antiques
Furniture
Oshun Organics
Beauty
Spearman Artisanry
Clothing
Estates & Consignments Inc.
Furniture
Bailey Spencer Hardware
Home Improvement
Anthony and Company Spa & Hair Salon
Hairdresser
Lexie & Lee
Gift Shop
The Hip Tulip
Florist
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 2.7% take public transportation in Lynchburg.
Public Transit Stops (674)
Stops & Stations A+
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Workers Taking Public Transit
2.7% F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Lynchburg is 95/100 - which is 13% lower than Virginia.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. B
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A-
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crime D+

Lynchburg crime rates are 2,819 per 100k, which is 46% higher than Virginia
Property Crime
2,462 crimes per 100k D-
Violent Crime
358 crimes per 100k C-
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employment C-

The median income in Lynchburg is $49,201 - which is 26% lower than Virginia.
Med. Household Income
$49,201 F
Unemployment Rate
3.7% C
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (86)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Free Clinic of Central Virginia
Clinic
Lynchburg Police Department
Police
Lynchburg Sheriff Office
Police
Fire Station 1
Fire Station
Unknown Name
Clinic
Hill City Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Holcombe H. Hurt Community Health Center
Clinic
Unknown Name
Hospital
Fire and Rescue Station Number 2
Fire Station
Fire and Rescue Station Number 6
Fire Station
Centra Lynchburg General Hospital
Hospital
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Stroobants Cardiovascular Pavillion
Clinic
Peery Family Dentistry
Dentist
Grace A. Newton, MD Dermatology
Clinic
Lynchburg Pulmonary Associates
Clinic
C.H. Porter General Dentistry
Dentist
Lynchburg Family Medicine
Doctor
Asthma & Allergy Center
Clinic
The Hangar Clinic
Clinic
Centra Health Pre-Surgery Center
Clinic
Kimble-and-Kimble Family Dentistry
Dentist
Blue Ridge Ear, Nose, and Throat
Clinic
Centra Medical Group Neurology
Clinic
Blue Ridge Pregnancy Center
Clinic
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A+
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housing A+

Lynchburg home prices are $162,900 - which is 34% lower than Virginia
Home Price
$162,900 C
Home Appreciation Rate
8% B+
Home Affordability
3.3x (home price to income ratio) B
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schools A-

The Lynchburg graduation rate is 84% - which is 1% lower than Virginia
School Test Scores
76% B+
High School Grad. Rates
84% C
Elementary Schools (34) D-
Lynchburg City Secondary Alternative
Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle For Innovation
Robert S. Payne Elementary
Carl B. Hutcherson Building
Dearington Elementary/Innovation
Solid Rock Baptist Church
Central Va. Training Ctr.
Madison Heights Elementary
Lynchburg Juvenile Detention Home
William M. Bass Elementary
T.C. Miller Elementary For Innovation
Holy Cross Regional Catholic School
New Vistas School
Laurel Regional Special Ed Ctr
Montessori Childrens House
Linkhorne Middle
Linkhorne Elementary
Temple Christian School
Perrymont Elementary
Monelison Middle
New Covenant Schools
High Schools (10) F
Solid Rock Baptist Church
Central Va. Training Ctr.
E.C. Glass High
Holy Cross Regional Catholic School
New Vistas School
Temple Christian School
New Covenant Schools
Virginia Episcopal School
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ratings A+

Lynchburg has an overall rating of 93% from 17 reviews.
User Reviews (3)
From AreaVibes A+
User Surveys (14)
From AreaVibes B+
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Lynchburg Area Facts

  • Lynchburg has a Livability Score of 91/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Lynchburg crime rates are 46% higher than the Virginia average
  • Cost of living in Lynchburg is 13% lower than the Virginia average

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Grey's Restaurant in Lynchburg, VA 5 rating By Fritty ( Apr 13, 2018) Wow, who would expect to find a gourmet restaurant at reasonable prices in the old bus station on 5th street. It's newly opened with a continuing flow of people coming and going. Everything was so delicious! We all ordered something different and we were all very pleased. Worth g ...Read More oing to. You'll want to go back again and again. I will. Read Less
Grey’s Restaurant - Wonderful treat! 5 rating By Grm8450@gmail.com ( Apr 13, 2018) My husband and I ate for the first time at Grey’s restaurant on 5th street. First, I loved the building and art work, but the food was a total complete and delightful surprise! Absolutely everything was delicious and beautifully presented. From the salad, loved the deviled eggs ...Read More , to the main course - I chose crab cakes. Can I say AMAZING!! I can honestly say, they were the best crab cakes I’ve ever had. My husband chose the ribs. He would stop every few minutes and say, “Wow”. Then we finished it off with strawberry shortcake. We felt like we were in a high end, expensive restaurant, but the price was surprisingly reasonable. Quodos to Shawn Merrow, a truly gifted chef!! We loved it and will be back! Read Less
What To Expect Living In Lynchburg, Virginia 5 rating By Anonymous ( Aug 09, 2010) I have lived in the Lynchburg Virginia area my entire life. Lynchburg Virginia has lots of interesting attractions and things to do and see. First of all I feel Lynchburg has a lot to offer. Great restaurants like Outback Steak House and Captin D's offer great food and customer s ...Read More atisfaction. Cattle Annie's Restaurant bar and grill has great food and top country singers who perform on stage live. Trace Adkins, Blake Shelton and Jamey Johnson just to name a few.

One thing I love about living in Lynchburg, Virginia is easy access to the scenic views of the Blue Ridge Parkway. I have taken pictures of the various scenic overviews and they are to die for. I have also pulled over and had picnic lunches at the many overlooks that are breathtaking. I also like to walk along the scenic route of the James River at a place called Percival's Island. Here you can walk, jog, run and fish right along the James River.

I also like the fact that Lynchburg Virginia offers museums of fine artwork at the Academy of Fine Art. Lynchburg also has the Point of Honor Museum which features a gift shop and memories of the Lynchburg area. My kids love to visit this as well as Amazement square, which offers lots of fun activities for children. Interactive music station, ride the James River in a simulator boat or ride a indoor zip line. The River Ridge Mall is excellent for a one stop shop.

If you are planning on visiting or relocating to the city of Lynchburg Virginia, talk with someone at the visitor information center. They can give you all the information you need about our wonderful city.

There is really nothing I can say that is bad about Lynchburg Virginia. There is just too much to do and so much to see. Read Less
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What To Expect Living In Lynchburg, Virginia 5 rating By Anonymous ( Aug 09, 2010) I have lived in the Lynchburg Virginia area my entire life. Lynchburg Virginia has lots of interesting attractions and things to do and see. First of all I feel Lynchburg has a lot to offer. Great restaurants like Outback Steak House and Captin D's offer great food and customer s ...Read More atisfaction. Cattle Annie's Restaurant bar and grill has great food and top country singers who perform on stage live. Trace Adkins, Blake Shelton and Jamey Johnson just to name a few.

One thing I love about living in Lynchburg, Virginia is easy access to the scenic views of the Blue Ridge Parkway. I have taken pictures of the various scenic overviews and they are to die for. I have also pulled over and had picnic lunches at the many overlooks that are breathtaking. I also like to walk along the scenic route of the James River at a place called Percival's Island. Here you can walk, jog, run and fish right along the James River.

I also like the fact that Lynchburg Virginia offers museums of fine artwork at the Academy of Fine Art. Lynchburg also has the Point of Honor Museum which features a gift shop and memories of the Lynchburg area. My kids love to visit this as well as Amazement square, which offers lots of fun activities for children. Interactive music station, ride the James River in a simulator boat or ride a indoor zip line. The River Ridge Mall is excellent for a one stop shop.

If you are planning on visiting or relocating to the city of Lynchburg Virginia, talk with someone at the visitor information center. They can give you all the information you need about our wonderful city.

There is really nothing I can say that is bad about Lynchburg Virginia. There is just too much to do and so much to see. Read Less

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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Lynchburg? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Donna Park
      Riverfront Park
      Riverfront Park
      City Market Lofts Dog park
      Rotary Centennial Riverfront Skatepark
      Cliff's Edge Park
      Unknown Name
      Riveredge Park

      Entertainment

      Main Street Fine Art Gallery
      Lynchburg Museum
      Commerce Street Theater
      Be Kind Gallery
      Art Spot
      Unknown Name
      End Station Theatre Company
      Studio 3 Gallery

      Food & Drink

      Domino's
      Champion Taproom and Brewery
      Rolled Cold Creamery
      Mrs. Joy's Absolutely Fabulous Treats
      Badger on Main
      MayLynn's
      T.C. Trotters
      No. 7 Rooftop Bar

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Lynchburg? Of all people who commute, 2.7% take public transportation in Lynchburg.
      Drive to Work
      74%

      3% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      3%

      2% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      5%

      2% higher than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Lynchburg? The cost of living in Lynchburg is 95/100 - which is 13% lower than Virginia.
      Lynchburg
      95

      5% less expensive than average

      Virginia
      109

      9% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      D+ Crime

      What is the crime rate in Lynchburg? Lynchburg crime rates are 2,819, which are 46% higher than Virginia
      Total Crime
      2,819 per 100k people

      21% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 36

      21% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      17%

      Year over year crime is up

      C- Employment

      What is the median income in Lynchburg? The median income in Lynchburg is $49,201 which is 26% lower than Virginia.
      Median household income
      $49,20111% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $23,68321% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      4%

      20% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Lynchburg a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Centra Lynchburg General Hospital
      Centra Virginia Baptist Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Kroger Pharmacy
      Timberlake Family Pharmacy & Soda Fountain
      Hill City Pharmacy
      Walmart Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      Lynchburg Family Medicine
      Liberty Mountain Medical Group
      Dr. Rob Jarvis

      A+ Housing

      What are Lynchburg home prices? Lynchburg home prices are $162,900 - which is 34% lower than Virginia
      Median home value
      $162,90012% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $8599% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      50%

      22% lower than the US average

      A- Schools

      Does Lynchburg have good schools? The Lynchburg graduation rate is 84% - which is 1% lower than Virginia
      High school grad. rates
      84%

      1% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      76%

      58% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      15:1

      8% lower than the US average

      A+ User Ratings

      Is Lynchburg a good place to live? Lynchburg has an overall rating of 93% from 17 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      93%

      17 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      100%

      3 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      77%

      14 total surveys

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