Hardy 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 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
14,236 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,302 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$159,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$387 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$579 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.2% 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 14 28
Feb 2 12 31
Mar 3 8 38
Apr 3 2 49
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 51
Nov 3 3 41
Dec 2 10 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 14, WV Delegate District 86, WV
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Schools

East Hardy High School
5 miles, E • 2.8 star
East Hardy Early/Middle School
5 miles, E • 1.9 star
Moorefield Middle School
7 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Moorefield Intermediate School
7 miles, NW • 2.3 star

Colleges

Lord Fairfax Community College
31 miles, E • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Grant Memorial Hospital
16 miles, W • 3.2 star
Shenandoah Memorial Hospital
20 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Hampshire Memorial Hospital
23 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Potomac Valley Hospital
29 miles, N • 5 star

Airports

Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
52 miles, SW • 1 star