Delegate District 63, 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 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
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
16,885 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,400 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$106,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$301 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$437 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.9% 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 14 29
Feb 3 9 32
Mar 4 6 40
Apr 4 1 50
May 5 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 4 8 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Flatwoods Elementary School
3 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Braxton County High School
4 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Braxton County Middle School
4 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Lighthouse Christian Academy
4 miles, SW • 1 star
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Colleges

Glenville State College
16 miles, N • 1.4 star
West Virginia Wesleyan College
32 miles, E • 2.3 star
Fred W Eberle Technical Center
32 miles, E • 1.9 star
Salem University
39 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

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

Yeager Airport
53 miles, W • 1.4 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
62 miles, S • 1 star
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