Valley Grove, 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 5/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
448 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,028 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$136,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$464 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$581 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ohio County
6
Wheeling Metro Area
3
West Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Ohio County
3
Wheeling Metro Area
2
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 28
Feb 2 4 30
Mar 2 4 38
Apr 2 1 50
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 2 0 71
Sep 2 0 65
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 2 1 42
Dec 2 4 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 1, WV Delegate District 4, WV
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Schools

Abundant Life Christian School
3 miles, W • 5 star
Middle Creek Elementary School
4 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Wheeling Park High School
4 miles, W • 3.2 star
Sand Hill Elementary School
5 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

West Liberty University
6 miles, N • 1.9 star
Wheeling University
6 miles, W • 2.8 star
Scott College of Cosmetology
8 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Wheeling Hospital
6 miles, W • 1.4 star
East Ohio Regional Hospital
8 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Ohio Valley Medical Center
8 miles, W • 2.3 star
Reynolds Memorial Hospital
14 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Pittsburgh International Airport
33 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
63 miles, E • 1 star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
73 miles, N • 1.4 star
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