Delegate District 49, 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 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
17,971 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,072 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$132,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$390 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$440 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.3% 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 4 16 29
Feb 3 11 32
Mar 4 8 40
Apr 4 2 50
May 5 0 59
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 5 0 70
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 4 2 42
Dec 4 11 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 10, WV
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Schools

Nicholas County High School
1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Summersville Middle School
2 miles, E • 1.9 star
Summersville Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Appalachian Bible College
37 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Carver Career Center
38 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Montgomery General Hospital, Inc
27 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Greenbrier Valley Airport
40 miles, S • 1 star
Yeager Airport
40 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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