Charlottesville, VA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 40,362 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | High |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
Charlottesville is at the headwaters of the Rivanna River in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Cultural Attractions
Each spring the city hosts the Virginia Festival of the Book, attracting thousands of readers from around the country.
Recreation
The University of Virginia Cavaliers provide exciting sporting events, with their participation in the competitive ACC conference.
Economy
The University of Virginia is the leading employer in the city.
Fun Fact
Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello is open for tours, two miles southeast of the city.
| Population [details] | 40,362 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 73.1% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 654.33 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 42.00% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 45.86 °F/22.91 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 87.28 °F/64.31 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 43.39 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 119 |
| Cost of living [details] | 108.5 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Washington (97.56 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | CHARLOTTESVILLE-ALBEMARLE (7.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Movie theaters, Museums, Religious activities, Wineries |
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