Lynchburg City County

As of the latest data, Lynchburg City, Virginia, has a population of approximately 82,000. The racial composition includes 63% White, 29% Black or African American, 3% Asian, and 5% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is around $45,000, with about 22% living below the poverty line. The median age is approximately 28 years. Educational attainment shows that 88% of residents have a high school diploma, and 31% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher.

As of 2023, Lynchburg City County, VA, has a median home value of approximately $200,000. The median rent is around $900 per month. Homeownership rate is about 50%, while renter-occupied units make up 50%. The market has seen annual appreciation rates around 5-6%. The area includes approximately 32,000 housing units with a vacancy rate of 10%. The average household size is 2.3 persons.

Please note that these values are subject to change and should be verified with a local real estate source for the most current information.

Lynchburg City, VA, participates in federal, state, and local elections. As of the most recent election cycle, the city had a registered voter base of approximately 52,000. The Lynchburg City Council seats, including three at-large positions and four wards, are hotly contested.

For the 2023 City Council election, the candidates included:

• Mary Jane Dolan (incumbent, at-large)
• Treney Tweedy (at-large)
• Randy Nelson (at-large)

Lynchburg is also represented in the Virginia House of Delegates (District 23) and the Virginia Senate (District 22). Major candidates for the 2023 Virginia General Assembly elections included:

• Delegate Kathy Byron (Republican, District 23)
• Senator Mark Peake (Republican, District 22)

Voter turnout rates typically average around 40% during off-year elections and about 70% during presidential election years. Local issues such as education, infrastructure, and public safety are central to many campaigns.

Note: These details are subject to change with each election cycle. Voters should verify current information with official Lynchburg City resources.

As of the most recent data, Lynchburg City, VA, has a high school graduation rate of approximately 88%, which is slightly below the national average of 90%. In terms of higher education, around 27% of Lynchburg City residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This percentage is lower than both the Virginia state average of about 38% and the national average of around 33%.

In summary:

• High school graduation rate: Lynchburg City 88%, National average 90%.
• Bachelor's degree or higher: Lynchburg City 27%, Virginia average 38%, National average 33%.

Lynchburg City shows a strong commitment to basic education but lags behind state and national averages in higher education attainment.

As of recent data, Lynchburg City County, VA employs approximately 40,000 individuals. Key industries include healthcare, education, and manufacturing. The healthcare and social assistance sector employs about 17% of the workforce, education services around 12%, and manufacturing around 13%.

Compared to national averages:

• U.S. healthcare employment is approximately 14%
• U.S. education services are around 9%
• U.S. manufacturing stands at about 8%

In comparison to Virginia state averages:

• VA healthcare employment is approximately 12%
• VA education services are around 8%
• VA manufacturing is about 10%

Lynchburg shows a higher employment concentration in healthcare and manufacturing sectors relative to both state and national averages, highlighting its regional economic strengths.

(Data may vary; please verify with up-to-date resources.)

As of the latest data, the average household income in Lynchburg City, VA, is approximately $50,523. This is noticeably lower than both the Virginia state average of about $76,398 and the national average of around $68,703.

The income disparity indicates that Lynchburg City's average household income is approximately 34% lower than the state average and about 26% lower than the national average. This difference highlights the economic challenges faced by households in Lynchburg City relative to broader state and national contexts.

As of the latest available data, Lynchburg City in Virginia had a total crime rate of approximately 2,498 incidents per 100,000 residents. Below is a table summarizing the types of crimes recorded:

Violent crime includes murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault, while property crime covers burglary, larceny-theft, and motor vehicle theft. Lynchburg's crime rate is relatively low compared to national averages, contributing to its reputation as a safe community.

Note: Values are rounded and based on the most recent data available; they can fluctuate with new reports.