Putnam County, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
57,250 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,871 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$214,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$460 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$721 $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

Huntington-Ashland Metro Area
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

Huntington-Ashland Metro Area
2
West Virginia
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 32
Feb 3 4 35
Mar 4 2 43
Apr 3 0 54
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 3 0 45
Dec 3 2 35

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 (34%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 4, WV Delegate District 20, WV
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Schools

Winfield Elementary
2 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Winfield Middle School
2 miles, NE • 3.2 star
George Washington Middle School
2 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Strayer University-West Virginia
4 miles, SW • 2.3 star
West Virginia State University
12 miles, S • 1.4 star
Ben Franklin Career Center
13 miles, S • 1 star
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Hospitals

Thomas Memorial Hospital
14 miles, S • 3.2 star
St Francis Hospital
18 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Charleston Area Medical Center
19 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
19 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
93 miles, SE • 1 star
Rickenbacker International Airport
105 miles, N • 1 star
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