Delegate District 79, WV
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
18,419
332.4M (US)
Median Age
25.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
39.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
57.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$41,974
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
72.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
35.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$225,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$468
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$782
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.9%
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 | 4 | 16 | 28 |
| Feb | 3 | 12 | 30 |
| Mar | 4 | 10 | 39 |
| Apr | 4 | 3 | 50 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 59 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 63 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 4 | 4 | 42 |
| Dec | 3 | 10 | 32 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.
Liberal (47%) (49%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 49%Schools
Morgantown High School
<1 miles, NW
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3.7
Mountainview Elementary School
<1 miles, S
•
2.8
South Middle School
<1 miles, SW
•
2.3
Technical Education Center
<1 miles, SW
Colleges
Morgantown Beauty College Inc
<1 miles, N
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1
West Virginia Junior College-Morgantown
<1 miles, N
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1
West Virginia University
<1 miles, N
•
2.8
Monongalia County Technical Education Center
<1 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hospitals
West Virginia University Hospitals
2 miles, N
•
2.3
Mon Health Medical Center
3 miles, NE
•
4.1
Fairmont Regional Medical Center
15 miles, W
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2.3
Preston Memorial Hospital
18 miles, SE
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5
Airports
North Central West Virginia Airport
27 miles, SW
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1
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
53 miles, NE
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1
Pittsburgh International Airport
62 miles, N
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3.2
Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
110 miles, S
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1