Radford
City in Virginia, United States
Overview
Radford is a charming college town set in the New River Valley of southwestern Virginia, known for Radford University, riverfront parks, and its laid-back vibe. With a mix of history, outdoor activities, and a tight-knit community, Radford appeals to students, families, and visitors alike.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Virginia
Population
16,070
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
37.13°, -80.57°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
77
Female Safety
73
LGBTQ+ Safety
65
Traffic Safety
82
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,060
Local Cost
$1,352
Local Income
$2,800
Cashless
78
English
100
Temperature
11.6°C
Summer Avg
21.9°C
Winter Avg
1.0°C
Record High
36.6°C
Record Low
-20.0°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1144 mm
Internet Speed
149 Mbps
Upload
10 Mbps
Latency
10 ms
City Vibrancy
10
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
2
Parks
6
Transport
15
Walk Score
15
Footways
30.0
Airport
PSK
Distance
9 km
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Neighborhoods
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 85/100.