Davy, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
282 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
1.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$31,389 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$25,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$319 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$465 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

McDowell County
1
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

McDowell County
1
West Virginia
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 31
Feb 3 5 35
Mar 4 2 42
Apr 4 1 52
May 5 0 60
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 5 0 71
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 3 3 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 6, WV Delegate District 36, WV
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Schools

Fall River Elementary School
4 miles, W • 2.8 star
Welch Elementary School
5 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Mount View High School
8 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Bluefield State College
26 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Bluefield College
27 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Welch Community Hospital
4 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Buchanan General Hospital
27 miles, W • 4.1 star
Bluefield Regional Medical Center
27 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
62 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
73 miles, E • 1 star
Tri-Cities Airport
81 miles, SW • 1 star
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