Chester, 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 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
2,302 332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$110,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$382 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$585 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hancock County
1
Weirton-Steubenville 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

Hancock County
1
Weirton-Steubenville Metro Area
3
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 28
Feb 2 7 30
Mar 3 4 39
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 3 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 3 1 42
Dec 3 4 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 1, WV Delegate District 1, WV
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Schools

At Allison Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Buckeye On-Line School for Success
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
East Liverpool Junior High
1 miles, N • 2.3 star
East Liverpool High School
1 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

DCI Career Institute
14 miles, E • 1 star
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Hospitals

East Liverpool City Hospital
1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Heritage Valley Beaver
14 miles, E • 4.1 star
Weirton Medical Center
15 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Pittsburgh International Airport
19 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
51 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
65 miles, SE • 1 star
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