Wellsburg, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
2,364 332.4M (US)
Median Age
58.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,948 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$97,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$369 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$466 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Brooke County
1
Weirton-Steubenville Metro Area
2
West Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Brooke County
2
Weirton-Steubenville Metro Area
3
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 27
Feb 2 4 31
Mar 3 4 39
Apr 3 1 50
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 3 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 42
Dec 3 4 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 1, WV Delegate District 3, WV
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Schools

Wellsburg Middle School
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Wellsburg Primary School
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Buckeye North Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Bethany College
6 miles, S • 2.3 star
Eastern Gateway Community College
7 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Weirton Medical Center
9 miles, NE • 4.1 star
East Ohio Regional Hospital
14 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Wheeling Hospital
16 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Pittsburgh International Airport
25 miles, E • 3.2 star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
62 miles, N • 1.4 star
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
64 miles, SE • 1 star
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