Parkersburg, WV
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
10/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- 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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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- 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
29,461
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
18.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$44,675
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$113,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$339
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$623
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.4%
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 | 7 | 30 |
| Feb | 3 | 5 | 33 |
| Mar | 4 | 3 | 42 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 53 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 62 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 66 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 44 |
| Dec | 3 | 3 | 34 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.
Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 73%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 3, WV Delegate District 12, WVSchools
Jefferson Elementary Center
<1 miles, NE
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1.9
Parkersburg Catholic Elementary School
<1 miles, NW
McKinley Elementary School
1 miles, N
•
1.9
Parkersburg South High School
1 miles, SW
•
2.8
Colleges
Mountain State College
<1 miles, N
•
1
Ohio Valley University
4 miles, NE
•
1.9
West Virginia University at Parkersburg
4 miles, S
•
1.4
Wood County School of Practical Nursing
4 miles, S
Hospitals
Camden Clark Medical Center
1 miles, NW
•
2.3
Marietta Memorial Hospital
12 miles, NE
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2.3
Selby General Hospital
13 miles, NE
•
5
Ohiohealth O'BLENESS Hospital
31 miles, NW
•
3.2
Airports
Yeager Airport
61 miles, SW
•
1.4
North Central West Virginia Airport
70 miles, E
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1
Tri-State Airport-Milton J Ferguson Field
82 miles, SW
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1
Rickenbacker International Airport
83 miles, NW
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1