Follansbee, 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 6/10
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
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
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
2,790 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,974 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$137,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$331 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$490 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.5% 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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 9 28
Feb 2 7 31
Mar 3 5 39
Apr 3 1 50
May 4 0 60
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 6 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Follansbee Middle School
<1 miles, S · 1.4star
Jefferson Primary School
<1 miles, S · 1.9star
Hooverson Heights Primary School
1 miles, SE · 3.7star
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Colleges

Bethany College
9 miles, S · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Weirton Medical Center
5 miles, NE · 4.1star
East Ohio Regional Hospital
18 miles, SW · 1.4star
Wheeling Hospital
20 miles, SW · 1.4star
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Airports

Pittsburgh International Airport
22 miles, E · 3.2star
Akron-Canton Regional Airport
60 miles, NW · 1.4star
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
63 miles, SE · 1star
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