Kanawha, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
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
130 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
41.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,469 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$195,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$375 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$594 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
86.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wood County
4
Parkersburg-Vienna 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

Wood County
4
Parkersburg-Vienna Metro Area
4
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 31
Feb 3 5 34
Mar 4 3 42
Apr 3 1 53
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 5 0 74
Aug 4 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 32% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 3, WV Delegate District 14, WV
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Schools

Kanawha Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Mineral Wells Elementary School
4 miles, W • 1.9 star
Martin Elementary School
4 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Mountain State College
7 miles, NW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Camden Clark Medical Center
7 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Marietta Memorial Hospital
16 miles, N • 2.3 star
Selby General Hospital
16 miles, NE • 5 star
Roane General Hospital
27 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
58 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Rickenbacker International Airport
89 miles, NW • 1 star
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