Bradley, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
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
1,429 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,984 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$88,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$388 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$605 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Raleigh County
4
Beckley Metro Area
4
West Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Raleigh County
5
Beckley Metro Area
4
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 10 31
Feb 3 10 34
Mar 4 5 42
Apr 4 1 52
May 5 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 43
Dec 3 8 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 9, WV Delegate District 45, WV
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Schools

Bradley Elementary School
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
Beckley Center
3 miles, S • 3.2 star
Mount Hope Elementary
3 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Appalachian Bible College
1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Valley College-Beckley
6 miles, S • 1 star
Academy of Careers and Technology
6 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Beckley Arh Hospital
5 miles, S • 2.3 star
Raleigh General Hospital
6 miles, S • 2.3 star
Plateau Medical Center
8 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
41 miles, N • 1.4 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
44 miles, SE • 1 star
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