Gypsy, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
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
86 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
32.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$185,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$370 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$663 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
21.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Harrison County
2
Clarksburg Urban Area
1
West Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Harrison County
1
Clarksburg Urban Area
1
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 15 30
Feb 3 11 33
Mar 4 6 41
Apr 4 1 52
May 5 0 61
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 4 2 44
Dec 4 9 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 6%

Schools

Lincoln High School
1 miles, N 2.8 star
Lincoln Middle School
2 miles, NW 1.4 star
Lumberport Elementary School
2 miles, NW 1.4 star
Big Elm Elementary School
3 miles, NE 2.8 star

Colleges

Fairmont State University
11 miles, NE 1.9 star

Hospitals

United Hospital Center
4 miles, SE 4.1 star
Fairmont Regional Medical Center
11 miles, NE 2.3 star

Airports

Pittsburgh International Airport
78 miles, NE 3.2 star
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
79 miles, NE 1 star
Yeager Airport
97 miles, W 1.4 star