Jackson 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 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
27,753 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,671 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$154,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$396 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$516 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.8% 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 6 31
Feb 3 4 34
Mar 4 2 42
Apr 3 0 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 44
Dec 3 3 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 4, WV Delegate District 16, WV
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Schools

Ripley Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Ripley High School
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Ripley Middle School
2 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Gilmore Elementary School
6 miles, NE • 3.7 star

Colleges

Roane-Jackson Technical Center
6 miles, SE • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Jackson General Hospital
3 miles, W • 4.1 star
Roane General Hospital
17 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Pleasant Valley Hospital
24 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Holzer Medical Center
30 miles, NW • 2.3 star

Airports

Yeager Airport
32 miles, S • 1.4 star