Grant County, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
10,972 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,530 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$167,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$373 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$464 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.2% 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 3 17 27
Feb 3 14 30
Mar 3 10 38
Apr 3 3 49
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 5 0 69
Aug 3 0 68
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 4 41
Dec 3 11 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 17% of residents leaning left and 80% leaning right.

Liberal (17%) (81%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 89%
Hillary Clinton 10%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 14, WV Delegate District 85, WV
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Schools

Maysville Elementary School
2 miles, E • 3.7 star
North Fork Christian School
7 miles, S • 1 star
Bmf Christian
8 miles, S

Colleges

Hospitals

Grant Memorial Hospital
8 miles, S • 3.2 star
Potomac Valley Hospital
23 miles, NE • 5 star
Garrett County Memorial Hospital
24 miles, N • 5 star
Hampshire Memorial Hospital
31 miles, E • 3.2 star

Airports

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
82 miles, N • 1 star