Washington 62 Average
Washington Livability #387 ranked city in Virginia#15,880 ranked city in the USARanks better than 45% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Washington

PROS
  • Crime

    This area boasts a crime rate that is far below the national average, making it a very safe place to live. These crime statistics encompass both property and violent offenses.

  • Health & Safety

    Accessible health facilities like hospitals, doctors offices, clinics and nursing homes as well as good air quality are all factors that have led to a high score in this category.

  • Schools

    The high score in the schools category can be attributed to outstanding test scores, elevated graduation rates and the convenient placement of elementary and high schools in this area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    The majority of amenities will be difficult to reach within a short walk, often requiring residents to use a vehicle or public transportation for access.

  • Commute

    Low commute scores could be due to limited access to public transit in this area, as well as longer-than-average work commute times for residents.

  • Cost Of Living

    This area is known for its high cost of living, which means you should anticipate higher costs for everyday goods and services, housing, groceries, and health care.

  • Employment

    This area earns a low score in the employment category due to low household income levels and high unemployment rates, which may pose challenges in seeking job opportunities.

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      Washington transportation information

      Statistic Washington Virginia National
      Average one way commute24min28min26min
      Workers who drive to work20.7%77.4%76.4%
      Workers who carpool27.6%9.5%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%4.5%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.4%0.6%
      Workers who walk41.4%2.4%2.8%
      Working from home10.3%4.7%4.6%
      Source: The Washington, VA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).