Dorothy, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
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
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
112 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,536 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
66.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$38,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$355 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$401 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
29.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Raleigh County
4
Beckley Metro Area
4
West Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Raleigh County
5
Beckley Metro Area
4
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 9 32
Feb 4 8 35
Mar 4 5 43
Apr 4 1 52
May 5 0 61
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 4 1 45
Dec 4 7 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 9, WV Delegate District 43, WV
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Schools

Whitesville Elementary School
5 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Clear Fork District Elementary
5 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Marsh Fork Elementary
7 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Trap Hill Middle School
13 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Appalachian Bible College
16 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Valley College-Beckley
18 miles, SE • 1 star
Academy of Careers and Technology
19 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Plateau Medical Center
17 miles, E • 4.1 star
Montgomery General Hospital, Inc
17 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Raleigh General Hospital
18 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Beckley Arh Hospital
19 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
30 miles, N • 1.4 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
58 miles, SE • 1 star
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