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Alum Creek, WV

West Virginia · Putnam County · Huntington-Ashland Metro

Alum Creek is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 1,472. Residents earn $72,250 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,472 Population 144/sq mi density
$72,250 Median Income $34,995 per capita
$158,900 Home Value $117,437 Zillow
$1,298 Median Rent 17.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
421 Violent Crime/100K 3,981 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$72,250 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,900 home value, $1,298/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
421 violent crimes/100K (11% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $72,250
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $158,900
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 421/100K
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,298
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

How Alum Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,472
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density144/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,250
Per Capita$34,995
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$3,832M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,900
Rent$1,298
Ownership84.7%
Zillow$117,437
Housing Units687
Rent Burden17.0%

Crime

F
Violent421/100K
Property3,981/100K

Health

Obesity42.7%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking21.3%
Depression33.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation853 ft (260 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score6.04

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute27 min
Broadband92.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Alum Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alum Creek receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Alum Creek has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alum Creek is $72,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alum Creek is $158,900, 44% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,298 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 421 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,981 per 100,000, 103% above the national average.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Alum Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Alum Creek has a population of 1,472 with a density of 144 people per square mile, spread across 10.3 square miles. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. The city is predominantly White (99%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 6.5% of the population are veterans. 19.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,472
Total Population
144
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
10.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Alum Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alum Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alum Creek is $72,250, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,995. The average weekly wage is $1,238, 14% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,894 business establishments, including 100 restaurants. The cost of living index is 89.5, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 2.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Alum Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,250
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,995
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$78,515
Gini Index0.424 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,894
County GDP$3,832M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare137
Retail171
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,677
24% below US avg
Cost of Living89.50 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone97.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Alum Creek is $158,900, 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,437, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 84.6% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,298 (12% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $766 for a one-bedroom to $945 for a two-bedroom apartment. 84.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 687 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1975. The average annual property tax is $2,677 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 17.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,900
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$117,437

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$92
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio84.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,298
12% above US avg
Rent Burden17.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.7%
Owner-Occupied84.7%
Renter-Occupied15.3%
Housing Units687
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,677
24% below US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
In Alum Creek, 42.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 38.5% have high blood pressure. 21.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.9% report binge drinking. 30.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 33.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 23.4% experience frequent mental distress. 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:954. The dentist ratio is 1:2,376. 67.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Alum Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma12.5%
COPD9.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.3%
52% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression33.2%
Mental Distress23.4%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep43.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Primary Care1:954
Dentists1:2,376
Mental Health1:919
Checkup Rate78.6%
Dental Visits52.5%
Premature Death9,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access67.0%
Healthcare Facilities137
Alum Creek has a violent crime rate of 421 per 100,000 residents, 11% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,981 per 100,000, 103% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Alum Creek receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Alum Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent420.9/100K
11% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,980.6/100K
103% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents17
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Alum Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 297 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 853 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation853 ft (260 m)
Area10.3 sq mi (26.6 km²)
Population Density144/sq mi
Coordinates38.2890°N, 81.8386°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyPutnam County County
Nearest AirportWest Virginia International Yeager (CRW)
15 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Jul) 5.08"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.91"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score74.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability34.5 / 100
Community Resilience58.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

51 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.8 on Feb 3, 2025.

Apr 22, 1991 14 km ESE of Falling Spring, West Virginia M3.5 148 km
Nov 20, 2013 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio M3.5 132 km
Apr 4, 2010 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia M3.4 87 km
May 24, 2017 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio M3.4 118 km
Apr 24, 2009 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio M3.4 79 km
Mar 31, 2013 West Virginia M3.4 96 km
Sep 13, 2017 11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia M3.2 135 km
Feb 3, 2025 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio M3.1 95 km
Dec 4, 2001 9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia M3.1 114 km
Aug 31, 2011 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio M3.1 140 km
Jun 28, 1991 4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia M3.0 44 km
Apr 25, 2020 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky M2.9 106 km
Feb 3, 2025 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio M2.8 127 km
Jul 4, 2009 3 km E of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 142 km
Jan 10, 2012 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia M2.8 88 km
May 6, 2002 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio M2.8 74 km
Feb 15, 2005 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia M2.8 122 km
Aug 31, 2011 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia M2.8 133 km
Jul 30, 2013 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.8 101 km
Jul 15, 2021 10 km S of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

94 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 9 fatalities, 179 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 23, 1968 EF5 95 km 7
Sep 16, 2010 EF3 97 km 1
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 85 km 0
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 90 km 1
Apr 8, 1965 EF3 71 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 81 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 76 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 16 km 0
Jul 4, 2016 EF2 72 km 0
Oct 7, 2014 EF2 95 km 0
May 8, 2002 EF2 78 km 0
Jun 15, 2000 EF2 71 km 0
May 26, 1990 EF2 56 km 0
Mar 13, 1967 EF2 74 km 0
Feb 25, 1961 EF2 69 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 9 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 17 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 78 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 36 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 47 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BRUSHY (61,231 ac, 1987).

Year Name Acres Distance
1987 BRUSHY 61,231 50 km
1987 UNNAMED 41,794 80 km
1987 UNNAMED 38,312 82 km
1991 KAYFORD MOUNTAIN 31,509 51 km
1991 JENNINGS CREEK 29,308 64 km
1987 UNNAMED 27,317 69 km
1991 WHITE OAK BRANCH 25,550 20 km
1987 ELLIS CREEK 24,070 54 km
1991 UNNAMED 22,282 99 km
1987 UNNAMED 21,562 88 km
1991 TUG RIVER 20,813 77 km
1991 BROWNS BRANCH 17,324 45 km
1991 HUFF CREEK 15,190 65 km
1987 RUCKERS BRANCH 14,744 26 km
1987 UNNAMED 14,554 57 km
1991 ROLLINS BRANCH 14,435 61 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,264 83 km
1991 GAULEY MTN 13,113 63 km
1991 ROCK HOUSE BRANCH 13,056 63 km
1991 TOMS BRANCH 11,849 47 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in
March 44°F (7°C) 3.8 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.6 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.4 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in
July 75°F (24°C) 5.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in
September 67°F (19°C) 3.6 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in Driest
November 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.5 in

Alum Creek has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 32°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and October the driest (2.9").

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Alum Creek is located in Putnam County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 14.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 57% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 72.2% of the vote, a 46.3-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 137 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 97.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 46.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents17
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score6.04
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density144/sq mi
Total Area10.3 sq mi
CountyPutnam County County

Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Avg Download Speed69.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities137
Restaurants100
Retail Stores171

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone97.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%
Average costs for common services in Alum Creek. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $224 ($134–$358)
Specialist Visit $313 ($179–$492)
Urgent Care Visit $179 ($90–$313)
Emergency Room Visit $1,969 ($716–$4,475)
Dental Cleaning $116 ($67–$179)
Dental Filling $224 ($134–$358)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($45–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $269 ($134–$448)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $537 ($358–$895)
Battery Replacement $179 ($90–$313)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $90 ($54–$134)
Electrician (Per Hour) $81 ($45–$125)
HVAC Repair $358 ($134–$716)
HVAC System Install $6,265 ($3,580–$10,740)
Roof Repair $895 ($358–$1,790)
Roof Replacement $8,055 ($4,923–$13,425)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,343 ($448–$3,133)
Divorce (Contested) $13,425 ($4,475–$26,850)
DUI Defense $4,475 ($1,790–$8,950)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,343 ($716–$2,685)
Will Preparation $448 ($179–$895)
Trust Preparation $2,238 ($895–$4,475)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$90)
Hair Coloring (Full) $134 ($67–$224)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $72 ($45–$116)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.67 ($2.69–$4.92)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.13 ($2.24–$4.48)
Loaf of Bread $3.40 ($2.24–$4.92)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.03 ($2.69–$5.82)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.92 ($3.58–$6.71)
Rice (per lb) $0.90 ($0.54–$1.61)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $125 ($72–$224)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $63 ($27–$134)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $63 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $63 ($36–$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$90)
Cable TV (Monthly) $76 ($45–$134)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $179 ($67–$448)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,790 ($1,074–$3,133)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $63 ($27–$116)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.16–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $90 ($27–$224)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$67)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,074 ($537–$2,238)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $895 ($448–$1,790)
After-School Care (Monthly) $358 ($179–$627)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $45 ($22–$90)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $895 ($358–$2,238)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,188 ($4,475–$26,850)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $54 ($27–$90)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $90 ($45–$179)
Dog Grooming $54 ($27–$90)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $269 ($134–$448)
Cat Spay/Neuter $179 ($90–$358)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$707
Toddler$673
Preschool$706
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$657
Toddler$731
Preschool$780
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Putnam County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 3,182 55 $85,778 1.83
Construction 2,689 201 $82,682 2.41
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,633 297 $56,343 0.87
Retail Trade 2,290 182 $39,017 1.08
Accommodation & Food Services 1,679 107 $20,501 0.87
Wholesale Trade 1,173 138 $84,885 1.40
Administrative & Waste Services 1,054 146 $56,896 0.84
Professional & Technical Services 1,051 227 $74,376 0.71
Transportation & Warehousing 804 62 $74,736 0.89
Other Services 499 105 $57,746 0.78
Finance & Insurance 463 115 $86,019 0.54
Utilities 398 10 $125,079 4.93
Arts & Entertainment 291 25 $16,330 0.82
Management of Companies 288 18 $78,977 0.81
Information & Technology 180 29 $77,065 0.45
Real Estate 178 65 $47,024 0.54
Agriculture & Forestry 91 6 $27,606 0.53
Educational Services 36 13 $41,092 0.08
Mining & Oil/Gas 8 6 $138,161 0.10
Unclassified 4 4 $36,076 0.14

Schools in Alum Creek

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
MIDWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 256 20 12.8:1
ALUM CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 159 11 14.5:1
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Radio Stations near Alum Creek

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Alum Creek

1 campgrounds found near Alum Creek.

NameRatingSitesPrice
EAST FORK (WV) 4.2/5 159 $35–$50

National Parks Near Alum Creek

27 national parks and monuments found near Alum Creek.

ParkTypeFee
Babcock State Park State Park Free
Beech Fork State Park State Park Free
Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park State Park Free
Bluestone Lake State Park State Park Free
Bluestone National Scenic River National Scenic River Free
Bluestone State Park State Park Free
Camp Creek State Park State Park Free
Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park State Park Free
Cedar Creek State Park State Park Free
Chief Logan State Park State Park Free
Forked Run State Park State Park Free
Gauley River National Recreation Area National Recreation Area Free
Hawks Nest State Park State Park Free
Howes State Park State Park Free
Jackson Lake State Park State Park Free
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park State Park Free
Lake Alma State Park State Park Free
Little Beaver State Park State Park Free
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve National Park & Preserve Free
North Bend State Park State Park Free
Ohio River Forked Run State Park State Park Free
Panther State Forest State Park Free
Pinnacle Rock State Park State Park Free
Pipestem Resort State Park State Park Free
Tu-Endie-Wei State Park State Park Free
Twin Falls Resort State Park State Park Free
Yatesville Lake State Park State Park Free

Museums in Alum Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ERMA BYRD ART GALLERYART MUSEUM8009954682$53,211,271
CALHOUN COUNTY HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUMONE CLAY SQUARE3045613570$9,829,667
WEST VIRGINIA SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM$9,829,667
WEST VIRGINIA MUSIC HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM3043424412$141,009
EXECUTIVE MANSION RENOVATION FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION$135,000
CRAIK PATTONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3049255341$117,327
PRESERVATION ALLIANCE OF WESTHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPEOPLES BUILDING 421 DAVIS AVE #33043456005$113,908
CRAIK-PATTON HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3049255341$26,569
SCOTTISH RITE OF CHARLESTONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3043427833$6,696
AVAMPATO DISCOVERY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1 CLAY SQUARE3045613570
BITUMINOUS COAL HERITAGE FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM3043695180
BLAIR MOUNTAINHISTORY MUSEUM
BOONE COUNTY HISTORICAL AND MUSEUM SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CLAY CENTER FOR THE ARTS AND SCIENCES OF WEST VIRGINIASCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUMONE CLAY SQUARE
DELLA BROWN TAYLOR HARDMAN ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
ELECTRIC SKY THEATERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUMONE CLAY SQUARE
KANAWHA VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3043427676
MUSEUM IN THE COMMUNITYGENERAL MUSEUM3045620484
NITRO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3047278845
SOUTH CHARLESTON MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3047449711
ST ALBANS CHESAPEAKE AND OHIO MODELERS CLUBHISTORY MUSEUM3047270775
SUNRISE MUSEUMSGENERAL MUSEUM3043448035
WEST VIRGINIA CULTURE AND HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM
WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
WEST VIRGINIA STATE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3045580220

Libraries in Alum Creek

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
KANAWHA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY123 CAPITOL ST.0.0747,644
SOUTH CHARLESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY312 4TH AVENUE0.0107,843
PUTNAM COUNTY LIBRARY4219 STATE RT. 340.082,715
BOONE-MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY375 MAIN STREET0.028,027
NITRO PUBLIC LIBRARY1700 PARK AVE.0.015,358

Farmers Markets in Alum Creek

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Capitol Market800 Smith St.Visit
East End Bazaar1428 Washington StreetVisit
Putnam Farmers Market1 Valley Way05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit

Theatres in Alum Creek

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Outdoor Education/Performance Theatre

Breweries in Alum Creek

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Broadway, Home, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar and Gay Bar, Venues, Drinking places, WV>Bar, WV>Gay Bar, Bar and210 Leon Sullivan WayVisit
Pepsi Bottling GroupBeverage Manufacturers, Beverages, Bottlers, (1), Nitro Beverages Manufacturers, Nitro, WV, Nitro, B100 Independent Ave3047559741Visit

Pharmacies in Alum Creek

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
ALUM CREEK PHARMACY 2162 CHILDRESS ROAD 304-756-2181

Cell Towers in Alum Creek

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2975 BENEDICT ROAD (2391)LTOWER95
2975 BENEDICT ROAD (2391)LTOWER95
2975 BENEDICT ROAD (2391)LTOWER95
381 Lovejoy Trail (101961)LTOWER91
381 Lovejoy Trail (101961)LTOWER91
Hurricane Creek Site - 455 DANIEL BOONE TRAILTOWER91
Route 3, Box 82 (101959)LTOWER91
Route 3, Box 82 (101959)LTOWER91
St. Albans Cell Site - Rt. 2 Box 9, Dry Ridge RoadTOWER88
Turley Drive Star Route 917 (2459)LTOWER73
Turley Drive Star Route 917 (2459)LTOWER73
Ruth Cell Site - 0.3 mi NW of Childress & Chestnut RdsGTOWER61
Hollow Dry Branch Dr (2394)LTOWER60
Hollow Dry Branch Dr (2394)LTOWER60

Fire Stations in Alum Creek

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Alum Creek Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.2103 Childress Rd.Volunteer304-756-2011

Bridges in Alum Creek

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19822626,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous198249815,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous198249812,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous198181112,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19816355,066F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19816365,066F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19818115,066F
SlabConcrete1940282,100P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19873011,800F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1991341,800G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2019511,500G
Girder/FloorbeamSteel1940391,000F
SlabConcrete1940241,000P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198285750F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201951750G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198057650F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199060500P
CulvertSteel198122450G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199059350F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198752300G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198432300F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199534250G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198959100G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20024260F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19973140F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20045240F
SlabPrestressed concrete19764540P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20023220F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19905610F

Amtrak Stations in Alum Creek

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Charleston, WV350 MacCorkle Avenue - SoutheastTRAIN

Airports Near Alum Creek

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Raleigh County Memorial AirportBKWMedium Airport
Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson FieldHTSMedium Airport
Yeager AirportCRWMedium Airport
Boggs FieldSmall Airport
Crazy Horse AirportSmall Airport
Fayette AirportSmall Airport
Gallia Meigs Regional AirportSmall Airport
Gayland AirportSmall Airport
Island AirportSmall Airport
Jackson County AirportSmall Airport
James A Rhodes AirportSmall Airport
Kee FieldSmall Airport
Kurt's FieldSmall Airport
Lawrence County AirparkHTWSmall Airport
Lieving AirportSmall Airport
Logan County AirportSmall Airport
Mallory AirportSmall Airport
Mason County AirportSmall Airport
Mike Ferrell FieldSmall Airport
Ona AirparkSmall Airport
Pike County Airport Hatcher FieldPVLSmall Airport
Robert Newlon FieldSmall Airport
Slate Run AirportSmall Airport
Southern West Virginia Regional AirportSmall Airport
Sword Flight Park UltralightSmall Airport

Police Stations in Alum Creek

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Kanawha County Sheriff's Office
Kanawha County Sheriff's Office
Saint Albans Police Department613 MacCorkle Avenue
United States Secret Service - Charleston Division
West Virginia Capitol Police - Govenror's Gate
West Virginia State Police
West Virginia State Police - Winfield Detachment

Grocery Stores in Alum Creek

8 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Alum Creek Quick StopConvenience Store392 Midway Rd
Corridor G Tiger Mart 185Convenience Store278 Sand Plant Rd
Dollar General 16213Other4956 Midway Rd
Dollar General 23746Other4030 Brounland Rd
Family Dollar 12080Other284 Midway Rd
Little Coal River ShellConvenience Store784 Little Coal River Rd
Little General 4015Convenience Store571 Midway Rd
Little General 4075Convenience Store403 Midway Rd

Post Offices in Alum Creek

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sumerco Post Office
Yawkey Post Office

Treatment Centers in Alum Creek

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Boone Memorial Hosp Brighter FuturesSubstance Abuse304-369-1230 x4604
KVC West VirginiaMental Health304-532-4840
Lotus Recovery CentersSubstance Abuse888-918-2408
National Youth Advocate Program Inc - WinfieldMental Health304-382-1312
Prestera Health ServicesBoth304-525-7851 x1911
Prestera Health ServicesBoth304-414-3076
REA of Hope Fellowship HomeSubstance Abuse304-344-5363
Thomas Memorial Hospital - SouthWay Outpatient ServicesSubstance Abuse304-766-4560
Union Mission Addiction Recovery ProgBoth304-925-0366

Churches & Religious Organizations in Alum Creek

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ALUM CREEK CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE1346 CHILDRESS RD
FORKS OF COAL BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 4
MCCORKLE FREE WILL BAPTIST CHURCH OUTREACH MINISTRIES INC175 MCCORKLE RD
PRAISE ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 606
SUMERCO CHURCH OF GOD93 CHAPEL DR
YAWKEY MISSIONARY BAPTIST4246 WALNUT DR
YAWKEY MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH4246 WALNUT DR

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alum Creek

What is the population of Alum Creek?

Alum Creek has a population of 1,472 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 144 people per square mile, spread across 10.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Alum Creek expensive to live in?

Alum Creek is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.5 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $72,250, 4% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $158,900 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,298 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Alum Creek safe?

The violent crime rate in Alum Creek is 421 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,981 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Alum Creek receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Alum Creek?

Alum Creek has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Alum Creek?

Alum Creek has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,238. There are 1,894 business establishments in the area, including 100 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 2.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Alum Creek?

The median home value in Alum Creek is $158,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,437. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,298. Fair market rent is $766 for a 1-bedroom and $945 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 84.7%. The average annual property tax is $2,677.

How are the schools in Alum Creek?

Schools in Alum Creek score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.5% of adults in Alum Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Alum Creek?

The obesity rate in Alum Creek is 42.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.3% of adults are smokers. 30.2% are physically inactive. 33.2% of residents report depression. 8.9% lack health insurance. 67.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:954.

What is transportation like in Alum Creek?

The average commute in Alum Creek is 27 minutes. 97.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Alum Creek?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Alum Creek is 99% White, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 6.5% of the population are military veterans. 19.9% of residents have a disability. 95.9% have health insurance coverage.

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