Mineralwells, WV
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
directions_run
Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
2,489
332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
15.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$68,940
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$156,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$339
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$672
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.5%
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 | 6 | 31 |
| Feb | 3 | 5 | 33 |
| Mar | 4 | 3 | 42 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 52 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 62 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 66 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 44 |
| Dec | 3 | 3 | 33 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.
Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 74%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 3, WV Delegate District 14, WVSchools
Mineral Wells Elementary School
<1 miles, S
•
1.9
Caperton Center for Applied Technology
2 miles, NE
Kanawha Elementary School
3 miles, E
•
2.3
Martin Elementary School
4 miles, N
•
1.9
Colleges
West Virginia University at Parkersburg
2 miles, NE
•
1.4
Wood County School of Practical Nursing
2 miles, NE
Mountain State College
7 miles, N
•
1
Ohio Valley University
9 miles, N
•
1.9
Hospitals
Camden Clark Medical Center
7 miles, N
•
2.3
Marietta Memorial Hospital
18 miles, NE
•
2.3
Selby General Hospital
18 miles, NE
•
5
Roane General Hospital
27 miles, S
•
3.2
Airports
Yeager Airport
56 miles, SW
•
1.4
North Central West Virginia Airport
69 miles, E
•
1
Tri-State Airport-Milton J Ferguson Field
80 miles, W
•
1
Rickenbacker International Airport
87 miles, NW
•
1