Last updated 2026-07-10 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Top-rated schools, low crime, and four real seasons across a state built for families.
1. Ashburn: Best overall
2. Alexandria: Best for city families
3. Chesapeake: Best in Hampton Roads
4. Blacksburg: Best college town
5. Midlothian: Best near Richmond
6. Charlottesville: Best for amenities
7. Williamsburg: Best historic family town
8. Salem: Best value
Virginia is loaded with strong school districts and safe communities, from the DC suburbs down to the coast and the valleys. The trade-off is cost up north, so families balance schools against budget. Here are the 8 best places for families in Virginia, ranked.