Eskdale, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
283 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,058 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
48.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$72,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$307 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$489 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
20.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kanawha County
5
Charleston 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

Kanawha County
6
Charleston Metro Area
5
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 11 31
Feb 2 9 34
Mar 4 5 42
Apr 4 2 53
May 5 0 61
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 2 0 65
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 4 2 44
Dec 3 9 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 7, WV Delegate District 52, WV
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Schools

Sharon Dawes Elementary School
4 miles, NE • 1.4 star
East Bank Middle School
8 miles, N • 1.4 star
Pratt Elementary School
9 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Cedar Grove Elementary School
9 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Carver Career Center
15 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Montgomery General Hospital, Inc
9 miles, E • 4.1 star
Plateau Medical Center
18 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Boone Memorial Hospital
20 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
21 miles, N • 1.4 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
59 miles, SE • 1 star
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