Martinsburg, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
18,805 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,590 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
23.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$231,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$449 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$883 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Berkeley County
2
Hagerstown-Martinsburg 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

Berkeley County
3
Hagerstown-Martinsburg Metro Area
4
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 8 31
Feb 2 8 34
Mar 2 4 41
Apr 2 0 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 2 0 72
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 2 0 54
Nov 2 1 44
Dec 2 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 16, WV Delegate District 93, WV
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Schools

Rosemont Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Winchester Avenue Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Burke Street Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Martinsburg South Middle School
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Colleges

International Beauty School 4
<1 miles, SE • 1 star
Valley College-Martinsburg
2 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Berkeley Medical Center
1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Jefferson Medical Center
13 miles, S • 4.1 star
War Memorial Hospital Inc
17 miles, N • 5 star
Meritus Medical Center
20 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

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