Harrisville, 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 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
1,408 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,988 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$115,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$281 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$454 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ritchie County
1
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

Ritchie County
1
West Virginia
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 30
Feb 2 5 33
Mar 4 2 41
Apr 2 1 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 2 0 66
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 2 3 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 21% of residents leaning left and 75% leaning right.

Liberal (21%) (77%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 84%
Hillary Clinton 12%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 3, WV Delegate District 9, WV
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Schools

Harrisville Elementary
<1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Ritchie County Middle
4 miles, N • 1.9 star
Ritchie County High School
4 miles, N • 3.2 star
Ellenboro Elementary
4 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Glenville State College
22 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Minnie Hamilton Health System
20 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Selby General Hospital
26 miles, NW • 5 star
Marietta Memorial Hospital
27 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
65 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Pittsburgh International Airport
98 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
100 miles, S • 1 star
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