Eccles, 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 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
40 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,813 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$176,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$313 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,352 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 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 2 10 31
Feb 2 8 34
Mar 4 4 42
Apr 4 1 52
May 5 0 61
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 2 0 64
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 2 1 44
Dec 2 7 34

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 66%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 9, WV Delegate District 42, WV
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Schools

Mt Tabor Christian School
2 miles, E • 1 star
Hollywood Elementary
2 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Mabscott Christian Academy
3 miles, SE • 5 star
Crescent Elementary
3 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Valley College-Beckley
4 miles, E • 1 star
Academy of Careers and Technology
6 miles, E • 1.4 star
Appalachian Bible College
6 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Raleigh General Hospital
3 miles, E • 2.3 star
Beckley Arh Hospital
5 miles, E • 2.3 star
Plateau Medical Center
15 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
45 miles, N • 1.4 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
48 miles, E • 1 star
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