Whitmer, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
45 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,397 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$166,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$271 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$479 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Randolph County
3
Elkins Urban 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

Randolph County
1
Elkins Urban Area
1
West Virginia
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 18 29
Feb 3 14 32
Mar 4 11 40
Apr 4 4 50
May 5 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 5 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 4 4 43
Dec 3 13 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 71%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WV State Senate District 11, WV Delegate District 67, WV
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Schools

Harman Elementary/High School
7 miles, NE • 1.9 star
North Fork Elementary School
10 miles, S • 2.3 star
Pendleton County Middle/High School
16 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Franklin Elementary School
17 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Davis & Elkins College
18 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Alderson Broaddus University
36 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Davis Medical Center
18 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Grant Memorial Hospital
25 miles, E • 3.2 star
St Joseph's Hospital
39 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport
75 miles, SE • 1 star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
81 miles, SW • 1 star
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