Hurricane, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
6,891 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$190,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$514 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$670 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Putnam County
3
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

Putnam County
1
Huntington-Ashland Metro Area
2
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 33
Feb 3 5 36
Mar 4 3 44
Apr 3 1 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 1 46
Dec 3 3 36

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 5%

Schools

Hurricane Middle
<1 miles, NW 2.8 star
Conner Street Elementary
<1 miles, N 3.2 star
Hurricane Town Elementary
<1 miles, W 3.2 star
Hurricane High School
1 miles, NE 4.1 star

Colleges

Strayer University-West Virginia
5 miles, E 2.3 star
West Virginia State University
14 miles, SE 1.4 star
Ben Franklin Career Center
15 miles, SE 1 star

Hospitals

Thomas Memorial Hospital
17 miles, SE 3.2 star
St Mary's Medical Center
21 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Yeager Airport
23 miles, SE 1.4 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
96 miles, SE 1 star
Rickenbacker International Airport
108 miles, N 1 star