Ravenswood, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
3,846 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,392 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
65.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$99,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$378 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$623 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
4
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

Jackson County
1
West Virginia
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 31
Feb 3 4 34
Mar 4 2 42
Apr 3 0 52
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 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 27% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 84%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 4, WV Delegate District 17, WV
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Schools

Ravenswood High School
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Ravenswood Middle School
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Ravenswood Grade School
2 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Roane-Jackson Technical Center
14 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Mountain State College
25 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Jackson General Hospital
9 miles, S • 4.1 star
Pleasant Valley Hospital
20 miles, W • 3.2 star
Roane General Hospital
23 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Camden Clark Medical Center
24 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
41 miles, S • 1.4 star
Rickenbacker International Airport
86 miles, NW • 1 star
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