Lynchburg, VA

U.S. News Ratings
Population 74,958
Crime Rate Average
Cost of Living Average
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price Average
Median Income Low

Geography

Lynchburg is west of Richmond, on the edge of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Cultural Attractions

The Academy of Fine Arts Theatre is home to several types of performances, including jazz, opera, and magic shows.

Recreation

The Parks and Recreation Department organizes activities such as baseball, swimming, tennis, marbles tournaments, and bicycle parades.

Historical

This city served as a supply base for the Confederate Army during the Civil War.

Economy

Arrays of products, from nuclear fuel to clothing, are manufactured in Lynchburg.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
74,958
Population under 55:
73.5%
Population over 55:
26.5%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Average
Closest large city:
Raleigh

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Poor
Temperature:
88°F July High, 24°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$33,975
Median home price:
$122,000
Average property tax:
$960

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
7.8%
Low
Cost of living:
Average

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
14
Middle schools:
7
High schools:
7

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
3
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
4
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
10

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
1/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
4/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
10/0

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
301

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