Lost Creek, WV

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
317 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$106,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$343 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$656 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Harrison County
2
Clarksburg Urban Area
1
West Virginia
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Harrison County
1
Clarksburg Urban Area
1
West Virginia
2

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) 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 15 30
Feb 2 11 33
Mar 4 7 40
Apr 4 2 51
May 5 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 4 2 43
Dec 3 8 33

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Lost Creek Elementary School
<1 miles, NW · 1.4star
South Harrison Middle School
3 miles, NW · 1.9star
South Harrison High School
3 miles, NW · 2.8star
West Milford Elementary School
4 miles, NW · 2.8star
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Colleges

Fred W Eberle Technical Center
13 miles, S · 1.9star
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Hospitals

United Hospital Center
13 miles, NE · 4.1star
St Joseph's Hospital
13 miles, S · 3.2star
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Airports

Yeager Airport
86 miles, W · 1.4star
Greenbrier Valley Airport
90 miles, SW · 1star
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport
92 miles, NE · 1star
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