Buena Vista City County Public RecordsVirginia

Buena Vista City County, VA has a small school district, including Parry McCluer High School and two elementary schools. The high school graduation rate is about 85%, while roughly 12% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The district enrolls nearly 1,000 students across all schools. School safety is rated average, with notable anti-bullying policies. Academic scores hover near Virginia’s average, with recent SOL pass rates around 73%. Adult education programs are limited but available through local partnerships, offering GED preparation and workforce training. Specialized programs include career and technical education for high school students.

As of 2022, Buena Vista City, VA, had an employment rate of approximately 56%, with about 2,300 employed residents. Major industries include Manufacturing (22%), Educational Services (19%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (16%). The predominant occupation types are Production (16%), Education/Training/Library (13%), and Office/Admin Support (11%). Around 85% of workers commute outside Buena Vista for work, with an average commute time of 22 minutes. Key employment destinations include Lexington, Roanoke, and Lynchburg.

Buena Vista City County, VA, features a homeownership rate of around 59%, with median property values near $141,000 as of 2022. Median rent is approximately $784 per month. The housing stock is primarily single-family homes, with some apartments and townhouses. Popular neighborhoods include the downtown area and Glen Maury. Property values have shown modest growth, with a 3-5% annual increase since 2020. Real estate taxes are about $1.21 per $100 of assessed value, making taxes for a median home roughly $1,706 annually. The area offers affordable living compared to statewide averages.

Buena Vista City County, VA, had 4,017 registered voters as of 2023. Elections include federal, state, local, and school board races. In the 2020 presidential election, 68.9% voted Republican and 29.5% Democrat. Major polling locations are the Parry McCluer Middle School and City Hall, open 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Key issues include education funding and infrastructure. Elections are administered by the Buena Vista Electoral Board and Registrar’s Office. Republicans have dominated local results, but Democratic participation remains steady, with 33% of 2023 General Assembly ballots cast for Democrats.

As of the 2020 Census, Buena Vista City, VA had a population of 6,641. The median age was 37.5 years, with 48.4% male and 51.6% female residents. Racially, the city was 91.6% White, 4.4% Black or African American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% Native American, and 2.2% identifying with two or more races; 3.1% identified as Hispanic or Latino. The city’s modest population is predominantly White and has a slightly higher female representation.

Buena Vista City County, VA, reports relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. As of 2022, the violent crime rate was 1.8 per 1,000 residents, and the property crime rate stood at 13.5 per 1,000. The city employs regular reporting and community policing to ensure safety. Recent statistics show a decline in overall crime by 8% over the past year, with only 2 violent crimes and 15 property crimes reported in 2022. Local authorities encourage public participation in crime prevention to maintain the safe environment.