Masontown, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
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
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
490 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
45.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,938 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$128,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$455 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$563 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Preston County
2
Morgantown 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

Preston County
1
Morgantown Metro Area
1
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 24 28
Feb 3 17 31
Mar 4 13 39
Apr 4 5 50
May 5 0 59
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 5 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 1 52
Nov 4 5 42
Dec 3 16 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 14, WV Delegate District 83, WV
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Schools

West Preston School
4 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Brookhaven Elementary School
7 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Ridgedale Elementary School
7 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Morgantown Beauty College Inc
10 miles, NW • 1 star
West Virginia University
10 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Preston Memorial Hospital
9 miles, SE • 5 star
Mon Health Medical Center
11 miles, NW • 4.1 star
West Virginia University Hospitals
11 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
54 miles, NE • 1 star
Pittsburgh International Airport
69 miles, N • 3.2 star
Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport
101 miles, S • 1 star
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