Bartow, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
74 332.4M (US)
Median Age
63.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$34,659 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
7 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$196,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$375 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$393 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pocahontas County
2
West Virginia
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Pocahontas County
1
West Virginia
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 19 27
Feb 3 16 30
Mar 4 13 38
Apr 4 4 48
May 5 0 57
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 5 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 1 50
Nov 4 4 40
Dec 4 15 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 7%

Schools

Green Bank Elementary-Middle School
8 miles, SW 1.9 star
Highland Elem
14 miles, SE 4.6 star
Highland High
15 miles, SE 4.6 star

Colleges

Davis & Elkins College
27 miles, N 1.9 star
West Virginia Wesleyan College
39 miles, N 2.3 star

Hospitals

Davis Medical Center
27 miles, N 4.1 star
Bath Community Hospital
38 miles, SW 3.2 star

Airports

Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
52 miles, SE 1 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
58 miles, SW 1 star
Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport
77 miles, SE 1 star