Huntington, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
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
46,189 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,146 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
71.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$118,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$443 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$670 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cabell County
2
Huntington-Ashland Metro Area
2
West Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cabell County
2
Huntington-Ashland Metro Area
2
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 32
Feb 3 5 35
Mar 4 2 44
Apr 3 0 54
May 5 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 3 0 45
Dec 3 3 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 5, WV Delegate District 25, WV
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Schools

Meadows Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
St Joseph Catholic High School
<1 miles, N • 5 star
Spring Hill Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Huntington Junior College
<1 miles, N • 1 star
Marshall University
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Cabell Huntington Hospital Inc
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
St Mary's Medical Center
2 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
46 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Rickenbacker International Airport
100 miles, N • 1 star
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