Piney View, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
692 332.4M (US)
Median Age
61.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$44,886 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$135,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$349 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$515 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Raleigh County
4
Beckley 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

Raleigh County
5
Beckley Metro Area
4
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 11 31
Feb 3 10 34
Mar 4 5 42
Apr 4 1 52
May 5 0 60
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 3 8 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 9, WV Delegate District 45, WV
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

Stanaford Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Woodrow Wilson High School
4 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Bradley Elementary School
4 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Beckley Center
4 miles, W • 3.2 star
Browse all schools near Beckley Metro Area

Colleges

Academy of Careers and Technology
4 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Appalachian Bible College
4 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Valley College-Beckley
5 miles, SW • 1 star
Browse all colleges near Beckley Metro Area

Hospitals

Beckley Arh Hospital
4 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Raleigh General Hospital
6 miles, W • 2.3 star
Plateau Medical Center
9 miles, N • 4.1 star
Browse all hospitals near Beckley Metro Area

Airports

Greenbrier Valley Airport
40 miles, E • 1 star
Yeager Airport
45 miles, N • 1.4 star
Browse all airports near Beckley Metro Area