Braxton County, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
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
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
12,345 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,449 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$106,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$298 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$391 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

West Virginia
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 15 29
Feb 3 10 32
Mar 4 7 40
Apr 4 1 50
May 5 0 59
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 5 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 4 2 43
Dec 4 9 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 11, WV Delegate District 63, WV
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Schools

Lighthouse Christian Academy
2 miles, W • 1 star
Sutton Elementary School
3 miles, S • 2.3 star
Davis Elementary School
3 miles, W • 3.7 star
Braxton County High School
4 miles, SE • 3.2 star

Colleges

Glenville State College
17 miles, N • 1.4 star
West Virginia Wesleyan College
34 miles, E • 2.3 star
Fred W Eberle Technical Center
34 miles, E • 1.9 star
Salem University
42 miles, NE • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Minnie Hamilton Health System
25 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Stonewall Jackson Memorial Hospital
27 miles, NE • 3.2 star

Airports

Yeager Airport
52 miles, W • 1.4 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
61 miles, S • 1 star