Barboursville, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
4,394 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,531 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$212,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$493 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$723 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cabell County
2
Huntington-Ashland Metro Area
2
West Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cabell County
2
Huntington-Ashland Metro Area
2
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 33
Feb 2 5 36
Mar 4 2 44
Apr 3 1 54
May 5 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 2 0 67
Oct 2 0 56
Nov 2 1 45
Dec 2 3 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 5, WV Delegate District 23, WV
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Schools

Barboursville Middle School
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Martha Elementary School
2 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Marshall University
7 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Huntington Junior College
8 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

St Mary's Medical Center
6 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Cabell Huntington Hospital Inc
7 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
38 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Rickenbacker International Airport
103 miles, N • 1 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
110 miles, SE • 1 star
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