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Harrisonburg, VA
Harrisonburg · VA 22802
Updated October 29, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$350K
Median Price
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Walk Score
8/10
Schools
154 min
to Richmond, VA
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
80/100
D+Quietness
50/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score41/100
Our Take
Harrisonburg offers solid family‑friendly living with good schools and low flood risk, but it suffers from limited walkability and a long commute to larger job markets. It’s a decent place if you value a small college town atmosphere and affordable housing, but it’s not a high‑density urban hub.
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The Good
- ✓Strong public school system with high ratings
- ✓Low flood risk (Flood Zone X)
- ✓Affordable housing relative to regional averages
- ✓Proximity to James Madison University and a tight-knit community
Real Talk
- !Commute to Richmond is about 154 minutes—long for daily commuting
- !Walk Score is effectively zero; few sidewalks or pedestrian amenities
- !Local transit options are limited, especially for non‑drivers
- !Crime rates are moderate for a small city
- $High property taxes typical of Virginia
- $Potential HOA fees in newer developments
- $Insurance costs higher than national average due to state risk factors
Best For
Families with school‑age childrenCollege students and facultyRemote workers looking for a quieter environmentRetirees seeking a small‑town feel
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Harrisonburg, VA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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