Morgan County, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
17,327 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,805 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$223,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$348 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$667 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Hagerstown-Martinsburg Metro Area
4
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

Hagerstown-Martinsburg Metro Area
4
West Virginia
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 14 30
Feb 2 11 32
Mar 3 7 40
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 2 44
Dec 3 8 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 15, WV Delegate District 90, WV
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Schools

Berkeley Springs High School
4 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Warm Springs Intermediate School
6 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Warm Springs Middle School
6 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

James Rumsey Technical Institute
15 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Valley College-Martinsburg
17 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

War Memorial Hospital Inc
6 miles, NE • 5 star
Berkeley Medical Center
16 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Winchester Medical Center
26 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
79 miles, NW • 1 star
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