Parsons, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
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
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
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
1,481 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$101,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$357 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$492 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Tucker County
2
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

Tucker County
1
West Virginia
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 20 26
Feb 4 15 29
Mar 5 11 36
Apr 4 4 47
May 6 0 56
Jun 5 0 64
Jul 6 0 67
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 4 5 39
Dec 4 13 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% 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 2, WV State Senate District 14, WV Delegate District 85, WV
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Schools

Tucker County High School
6 miles, E • 3.2 star
Kenneth Honey Rubenstein Center
13 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Davis & Elkins College
14 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Alderson Broaddus University
20 miles, NW • 1.9 star
West Virginia Wesleyan College
30 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Davis Medical Center
15 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Preston Memorial Hospital
26 miles, NE • 5 star
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Airports

Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
83 miles, NE • 1 star
Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport
94 miles, SE • 1 star
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