Jefferson County, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
58,546 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,523 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$324,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$459 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$911 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro Area
3
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

Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro Area
3
West Virginia
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 31
Feb 3 7 34
Mar 3 3 42
Apr 3 0 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 45
Dec 3 3 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 5%

Schools

Ranson Elementary School
<1 miles, S 2.3 star
Wright Denny Intermediate School
1 miles, S 2.3 star
Charles Town Middle School
2 miles, S 1.4 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Jefferson Medical Center
<1 miles, S 4.1 star
Berkeley Medical Center
13 miles, N 4.1 star
Winchester Medical Center
19 miles, W 4.1 star
Meritus Medical Center
24 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports