Wetzel County, 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 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
14,233 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,341 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$102,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$358 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$526 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.8% 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 10 28
Feb 3 7 32
Mar 4 5 39
Apr 3 1 50
May 5 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 42
Dec 3 5 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 2, WV Delegate District 72, WV
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Schools

Valley High School
3 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Short Line School
5 miles, W • 1.4 star
Long Drain School
9 miles, E • 2.3 star

Colleges

Salem University
22 miles, S • 1.4 star
Fairmont State University
26 miles, SE • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Wetzel County Hospital
13 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Reynolds Memorial Hospital
25 miles, N • 2.3 star
Fairmont Regional Medical Center
26 miles, SE • 2.3 star

Airports

Pittsburgh International Airport
65 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
80 miles, E • 1 star
Yeager Airport
99 miles, SW • 1.4 star