Fayette County, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
39,987 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,672 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$385 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$544 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Beckley Metro Area
4
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

Beckley Metro Area
4
West Virginia
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 10 30
Feb 3 8 34
Mar 4 4 41
Apr 4 1 52
May 5 0 60
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 5 0 71
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 43
Dec 3 7 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 10, WV Delegate District 51, WV
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Schools

Fayetteville High
2 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Fayetteville Elementary
2 miles, N • 2.3 star
Gatewood Elementary
2 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Appalachian Bible College
14 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Academy of Careers and Technology
17 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Valley College-Beckley
18 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Plateau Medical Center
5 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Beckley Arh Hospital
17 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Montgomery General Hospital, Inc
17 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Raleigh General Hospital
18 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
36 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
39 miles, SE • 1 star
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