Newark, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
424 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,556 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$86,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$392 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$286 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wirt County
2
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

Wirt County
1
Parkersburg-Vienna Metro Area
4
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 5 30
Feb 2 4 33
Mar 4 2 41
Apr 2 1 52
May 5 0 61
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 2 0 65
Oct 2 0 54
Nov 2 0 44
Dec 2 2 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 15%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 3, WV Delegate District 15, WV
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Schools

Wirt County High School
4 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Wirt County Primary Center
4 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Wirt County Middle School
4 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Kanawha Elementary School
7 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Mountain State College
14 miles, N • 1 star
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Hospitals

Camden Clark Medical Center
14 miles, N • 2.3 star
Minnie Hamilton Health System
21 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Roane General Hospital
21 miles, S • 3.2 star
Marietta Memorial Hospital
22 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
53 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Rickenbacker International Airport
95 miles, NW • 1 star
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