Summersville, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
3,397 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,321 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$210,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$523 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$400 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Nicholas County
6
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

Nicholas County
2
West Virginia
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 16 30
Feb 3 12 33
Mar 4 9 41
Apr 4 2 51
May 5 0 60
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 5 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 4 2 43
Dec 4 11 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WV State Senate District 10, WV Delegate District 49, WV
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Schools

New Life Christian Academy
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Summersville Elementary School
1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Nicholas County High School
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Appalachian Bible College
36 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Academy of Careers and Technology
38 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Carver Career Center
39 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Plateau Medical Center
27 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Greenbrier Valley Airport
38 miles, S • 1 star
Yeager Airport
41 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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