State Senate District 9, WV
Livability
directions_bike
Bikeability
1/10
directions_run
Walkability
1/10
directions_bus
Transit
1/10
directions_car
Commute
7/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
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
-
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
-
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
-
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
108,138
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
18.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$50,049
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$117,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$390
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$569
$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
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
West Virginia
2
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 9 | 30 |
| Feb | 3 | 7 | 34 |
| Mar | 4 | 3 | 41 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 43 |
| Dec | 3 | 6 | 33 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.
Liberal (34%) (63%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 76%Schools
Lester Elementary
3 miles, E
•
1.9
Sophia-Soak Creek Elementary
5 miles, SE
•
1.9
Fairdale Elementary School
5 miles, N
•
1.9
Sophia Christian Academy
6 miles, SE
Colleges
West Virginia University Institute of Technology
11 miles, E
•
2.8
Valley College-Beckley
11 miles, E
•
1
Academy of Careers and Technology
12 miles, E
•
1.4
New River Community and Technical College
13 miles, E
Hospitals
Raleigh General Hospital
10 miles, E
•
2.3
Beckley Arh Hospital
12 miles, E
•
2.3
Plateau Medical Center
22 miles, NE
•
4.1
Welch Community Hospital
23 miles, SW
•
4.1
Airports
Yeager Airport
48 miles, N
•
1.4
Greenbrier Valley Airport
54 miles, E
•
1
Tri-State Airport-Milton J Ferguson Field
79 miles, NW
•
1
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport-Woodrum Field
81 miles, SE
•
1