Bowden, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
0 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,102 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
0.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$143,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$385 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$635 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Randolph County
3
Elkins Urban Area
3
West Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Randolph County
1
Elkins Urban Area
1
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 18 29
Feb 3 14 32
Mar 4 11 40
Apr 4 4 50
May 5 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 5 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 4 4 43
Dec 3 13 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 11, WV Delegate District 67, WV
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Schools

Elkins Mountain School
7 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Elkins Christian Academy
7 miles, W • 1 star
Randolph County Alternative Center
8 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Davis & Elkins College
8 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Alderson Broaddus University
25 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Davis Medical Center
8 miles, NW • 4.1 star
St Joseph's Hospital
29 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Grant Memorial Hospital
31 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Greenbrier Valley Airport
82 miles, SW • 1 star
Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport
86 miles, SE • 1 star
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