Moundsville, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
7,934 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,590 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$108,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$391 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$535 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Marshall County
2
Wheeling Metro Area
3
West Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Marshall County
2
Wheeling Metro Area
2
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 29
Feb 3 6 31
Mar 3 4 39
Apr 3 2 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 3 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 3 4 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 2, WV Delegate District 6, WV
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Schools

Moundsville Middle School
<1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Central Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Gateway Achievement Center
<1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Scott College of Cosmetology
10 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Reynolds Memorial Hospital
2 miles, N • 2.3 star
Ohio Valley Medical Center
10 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Wheeling Hospital
10 miles, NE • 1.4 star
East Ohio Regional Hospital
12 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Airports

Pittsburgh International Airport
48 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
75 miles, E • 1 star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
78 miles, N • 1.4 star
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