Prosperity, 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 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
1,575 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
97.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,637 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$115,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$411 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$641 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.6% 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 9 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 43
Dec 3 8 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 9, WV Delegate District 45, WV
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Schools

Greater Beckley Christian School
<1 miles, SW • 5 star
Bradley Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Beckley Center
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary
1 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Appalachian Bible College
1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Academy of Careers and Technology
3 miles, S • 1.4 star
Valley College-Beckley
3 miles, S • 1 star
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Hospitals

Beckley Arh Hospital
3 miles, S • 2.3 star
Raleigh General Hospital
4 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Plateau Medical Center
10 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
43 miles, N • 1.4 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
44 miles, E • 1 star
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