Hico, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 2/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
97 332.4M (US)
Median Age
15.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
61.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,181 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
38.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
62 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$106,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$380 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$440 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
20.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Fayette County
3
Beckley Metro Area
4
West Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Fayette County
2
Beckley Metro Area
4
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 13 30
Feb 3 10 33
Mar 4 7 41
Apr 4 2 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 4 2 43
Dec 4 10 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Midland Trail High
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Divide Elementary
4 miles, S • 3.7 star
Ansted Elementary
5 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Ansted Middle
5 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Appalachian Bible College
21 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Academy of Careers and Technology
24 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Valley College-Beckley
25 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Plateau Medical Center
12 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Montgomery General Hospital, Inc
18 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Beckley Arh Hospital
24 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

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