Livability Score

74
/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 C-

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (11) F
RND
Coffee Shop
STEAM Coffee + Eatery
Coffee Shop
Cellō Coffee House & Cafe
Coffee Shop
Norah's Cafe
Coffee Shop
Mill Mountain Coffee and Tea
Coffee Shop
Little Green Hive
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Sweet Donkey Coffee House
Coffee Shop
Mill Mountain Coffee
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (19) A+
The Park
Nightclub
Jefferson Center
Theatre Arts
Virginia Museum of Transportation
Museum
Column Stage
Theatre Arts
Virginia Museum of Transportation
Museum
BanG Studios
Art Gallery
Jupiter Missle
Attraction
Taubman Museum of Art
Museum
O. Winston Link Museum
Museum
202 Market
Nightclub
Berglund Performing Arts Theater
Theatre Arts
Grandin Theatre
Cinema
Regal Valley View Grande
Cinema
Patriots Stadium
Stadium
Roanoke Fine Arts Center
Theatre Arts
Roanoke Star
Attraction
Mill Mountain Zoo
Zoo
Unknown Name
Attraction
Carmike 10
Cinema
Building 130- Grandstand
Stadium
Vinton Historical Society Museum
Museum
Food and Drink (64) D-
Twisted Track Brewpub
Bar
A Few Old Goats Brewing | AFOG
Bar
Golden Cactus Brewing
Bar
Big Lick Brewing Company
Bar
Hang 10 Hawaiian Ice Cream
Sweets
Cuba Pete's
Bar
Subway
Fast Food
R.T. Smith's
Deli
Jimmy John's
Fast Food
Three Notch'd Brewing Company
Bar
Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint
Bar
Olde Salem Brewing Company
Bar
Wok N Roll Kitchen
Fast Food
Benny Marconi's
Fast Food
Domino's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Spike's
Bar
Community Inn
Bar
Arby's
Fast Food
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
Fast Food
Zoës Kitchen
Fast Food
Firehouse Subs
Fast Food
sweetFrog
Sweets
Chipotle
Fast Food
Penn Station
Fast Food
Fitness (5) F
Kirk Family YMCA
Gym
Uttara Yoga Studio
Gym
Southeast Community Center
Community Centre
Auxilary Gymnasium
Gym
Gold's Gym
Gym
Craig Avenue Recreational Center
Gym
Groceries (19) F
Sunnyside Market
Grocery Store
Food Giant
Grocery Store
Roanoke Co+op downtown
Grocery Store
Sumdat Farm Market
Grocery Store
On the Rise
Bakery
Roanoke Natural Foods Co-op
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Earth Fare
Grocery Store
Oriental Market Cho A Dong
Grocery Store
Hong Kong Market
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Food Lion
Grocery Store
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Asian Grocer
Grocery Store
La Bodeguita Hispana
Grocery Store
Food Lion
Grocery Store
J&L Oriental Food Mart
Grocery Store
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Food Lion
Grocery Store
Food Lion
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Parks (86) A+
Perry Park
Park
Melrose Park
Park
Welford Hurt Park
Park
Unknown Name
Park
Eureka Park
Park
Wasena Park Playground
Playground
Wasena Park
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
Unknown Name
Park
Washington Park
Park
Memorial Bridge Park
Park
Henrietta Lacks Plaza
Park
Roanoke Warehouse Historic District
Park
Vic Thomas Park
Park
Southwest Historic District
Park
Ghent Hill Park
Park
Highland Park
Park
Unknown Name
Park
Unknown Name
Playground
River Rock Playground
Playground
Valley Avenue Park
Park
Norwich Park
Park
Triangle Park
Park
Mr. Tarpley's Playground
Playground
Elmwood Park
Park
Shops (109) D-
Unknown Name
Convenience Store
Goerge's Affair With Flowers
Florist
On The Edge Salon
Beauty
Old Southwest Salon Limited
Hairdresser
Ann-Will Grocery
Convenience Store
Black Dog Salvage
Furniture
Southwest Market
Convenience Store
Embellish Hair Studio
Hairdresser
Unknown Name
Convenience Store
Corporate Image Barber Shop
Hairdresser
Azar Jeweler
Fashion
Sam's On The Market
Clothing
Native Grace
Gift Shop
310 Rosemont
Clothing
Lä De Dä
Clothing
Cardinal Bicycle
Bicycle
Sheetz
Convenience Store
Karisma Salon
Hairdresser
Urban Gypsy
Clothing
Reid's Fine Furnishings
Furniture
Best Buy
Electronics
Niche Salon
Hairdresser
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
The Grey Goose
Gift Shop
Too Many Books
Books
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 3.2% take public transportation in Roanoke.
Public Transit Stops (7)
Stops & Stations F
Third Street Station
Bus Station
Wells at Jefferson
Bus Stop
Roanoke
Transit Station
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
Unknown Name
Bus Stop
Smart Bus
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
3.2% F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Roanoke is 92/100 - which is 16% lower than Virginia.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. A-
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax A-
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crime F

Roanoke crime rates are 4,894 per 100k, which is 154% higher than Virginia
Property Crime
4,289 crimes per 100k F
Violent Crime
605 crimes per 100k F
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employment D

The median income in Roanoke is $45,664 - which is 31% lower than Virginia.
Med. Household Income
$45,664 F
Unemployment Rate
4.3% D-
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (35)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Fire Station Number 5
Fire Station
Fire Station Number 3
Fire Station
The Burrell Center
Clinic
Unknown Name
Pharmacy
Roanoke City Police
Police
Roanoke City Sheriff
Police
Roanoke Fire-EMS Station 1
Fire Station
Fire Station Number 9
Fire Station
Fire Station Number 1
Fire Station
Vistar Eye Center: Donald Mac Scothorn, OD
Doctor
Fire Station 7
Fire Station
Jefferson Surgical Clinic
Clinic
Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital
Hospital
Fire Station Number 2
Fire Station
Jefferson Community Medical Clinic
Clinic
Roanoke City Health Clinic
Clinic
Grandin Family Dentistry
Dentist
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Roanoke Valley Dental
Dentist
Fire Station Number 6
Fire Station
Carilion Clinic Outpatient Therapy
Clinic
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Hospital
Virginia Western Community College Police
Police
Fire Station Number 8
Fire Station
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A
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housing A

Roanoke home prices are $134,900 - which is 46% lower than Virginia
Home Price
$134,900 D-
Home Appreciation Rate
1% C+
Home Affordability
3x (home price to income ratio) A-
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schools A-

The Roanoke graduation rate is 80% - which is 6% lower than Virginia
School Test Scores
80% A-
High School Grad. Rates
80% D+
Elementary Schools (50) D-
Hurt Park Elementary
Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle
First Baptist Church Child Development Center
Lincoln Terrace Elementary
Roanoke Catholic School
Reg Alternative Plus Self Project/Roanoke City
Roanoke Academy For Mathematics & Science Elementary
Roanoke Adventist Preparatory School
Highland Park Elementary
Virginia Heights Elementary
Forest Park Academy
Wasena Elementary
Bent Mountain Christian Academy
Noel C. Taylor Academy At Oakland
Preston Park Elementary
Round Hill Elementary
Woodrow Wilson Middle
Stonewall Jackson Middle
Roanoke Valley Governor'S School
Fairview Elementary
James Madison Middle
Breckinridge Middle
Fishburn Park Elementary
Fallon Park Elementary
Morningside Elementary
High Schools (12) F
Community High School
Roanoke Catholic School
Bent Mountain Christian Academy
Patrick Henry High
William Fleming High
Roanoke Valley Christian Schools
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ratings B

Roanoke has an overall rating of 72% from 24 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes B-
User Surveys (22)
From AreaVibes B+
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Scenic and lots of amenities 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Mar 03, 2021) The location is pretty stunning-a valley surrounded by lovely blue ridge mountains. The city is about 100k and surrounding area 200k. Downtown is vibrant and historic. City is made up of affluent and charming neighborhoods along with less so. Compact and convenient. You can bike ...Read More to a lot of places. Suburban areas are moderate to affluent, family oriented and again, pretty views Read Less
Roanoke, VA - A Bright Star In The Sky 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( Jul 06, 2010) I lived in Roanoke, VA on and off for about 5 years and honestly have to say that Roanoke was never a great city however over the past few years it really has taken a turn in the better direction!

The new re-designed downtown Roanoke, while still small, is very spiffy and modern ...Read More . They have a central farmers market with city blocks that seem to be configured outward from the central market. Visitors will notice gorgeous buildings and store fronts that line the streets on both sides and many excellent restaurants and cafes. The new Roanoke has a very modern feel which makes it quite a pleasure to visit.

Roanoke has two different malls both which offer comfortable shopping. In addition there are tons of local storefronts which offer a wide range of specialty and designer clothes and items. Nightlife in Roanoke is moderate and there are several bars and clubs including a friendly gay bar. Outside of the main city area Roanoke does not have much to offer. For those considering moving, Roanoke does have a great job atmosphere focusing mostly on Call Center and Tech Jobs. There are also plenty of apartments and houses for rent in the area. Read Less
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      C- Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Roanoke? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Perry Park
      Melrose Park
      Welford Hurt Park
      Unknown Name
      Eureka Park
      Wasena Park Playground
      Wasena Park
      Unknown Name

      Entertainment

      The Park
      Jefferson Center
      Virginia Museum of Transportation
      Column Stage
      Virginia Museum of Transportation
      BanG Studios
      Jupiter Missle
      Taubman Museum of Art

      Food & Drink

      Twisted Track Brewpub
      A Few Old Goats Brewing | AFOG
      Golden Cactus Brewing
      Big Lick Brewing Company
      Hang 10 Hawaiian Ice Cream
      Cuba Pete's
      Subway
      R.T. Smith's

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Roanoke? Of all people who commute, 3.2% take public transportation in Roanoke.
      Drive to Work
      79%

      3% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      3%

      2% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      3%

      equal to the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Roanoke? The cost of living in Roanoke is 92/100 - which is 16% lower than Virginia.
      Roanoke
      92

      8% less expensive than average

      Virginia
      109

      9% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in Roanoke? Roanoke crime rates are 4,894, which are 154% higher than Virginia
      Total Crime
      4,894 per 100k people

      111% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 21

      111% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      13%

      Year over year crime is up

      D Employment

      What is the median income in Roanoke? The median income in Roanoke is $45,664 which is 31% lower than Virginia.
      Median household income
      $45,66417% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $29,5851% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      4%

      7% lower than the US average

      A Health & Safety

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

      Hospitals

      Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
      Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      Kroger Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens

      Doctors

      Vistar Eye Center: Donald Mac Scothorn, OD

      A Housing

      What are Roanoke home prices? Roanoke home prices are $134,900 - which is 46% lower than Virginia
      Median home value
      $134,90027% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $80415% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      52%

      18% lower than the US average

      A- Schools

      Does Roanoke have good schools? The Roanoke graduation rate is 80% - which is 6% lower than Virginia
      High school grad. rates
      80%

      4% lower than the US average

      School test scores
      80%

      67% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      12:1

      25% lower than the US average

      B User Ratings

      Is Roanoke a good place to live? Roanoke has an overall rating of 72% from 24 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      72%

      24 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      70%

      2 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      75%

      22 total surveys

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