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Lynchburg, VA vs Newport News, VA
Lynchburg, VA vs Newport News, VA: What the data shows
Lynchburg, VA is in Lynchburg, VA while Newport News, VA is in Newport News, VA — both in the same state. On home prices, Lynchburg, VA is the more affordable option at $169,600 median — $54,200 less than Newport News, VA's $223,800. WYLT rates Lynchburg, VA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Newport News, VA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. Lynchburg, VA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Newport News, VA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Lynchburg, VA has Low flood risk and Newport News, VA has Low flood risk.
Newport News, VA is the more walkable neighborhood. Lynchburg, VA scores N/A/100 versus Newport News, VA's 13/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Newport News, VA has the higher school rating — Lynchburg, VA rates 8.1/10 and Newport News, VA rates 8.4/10.
| Category | Lynchburg, VA | Newport News, VA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $170K ✓ Lower price | $224K |
| Median Rent | $973 ✓ Lower rent | $1K |
| Median Income | $46K | $65K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Low | Low |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | Car-dependent | 13/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | 1/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | N/A |
| Commute | N/A | 60 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.1/10 | 8.4/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Affluent first-time buyersRemote workers who can driveFamilies seeking inexpensive schooling | Families with kidsPeople with moderate incomesThose looking for lower housing costs than NYC |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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