Monroe County, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
12,401 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,508 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$146,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$346 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$397 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

West Virginia
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 31
Feb 3 5 34
Mar 3 3 41
Apr 3 0 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 3 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 0 43
Dec 3 4 34

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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 10, WV Delegate District 40, WV
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Schools

James Monroe High School
8 miles, W • 3.2 star
Brook Lane School
11 miles, NW

Colleges

Concord University
27 miles, W • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Greenbrier Valley Medical Center
16 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Carilion Giles Community Hospital
18 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Lewisgale Hospital Montgomery
27 miles, S • 3.2 star

Airports

Greenbrier Valley Airport
23 miles, NE • 1 star
Yeager Airport
80 miles, N • 1.4 star