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Bancroft, WV

West Virginia · Putnam County · Huntington-Ashland Metro

Bancroft is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 472. Residents earn $75,938 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
472 Population 3,371/sq mi density
$75,938 Median Income $49,631 per capita
$114,100 Home Value $94,503 Zillow
$815 Median Rent 31.9% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
43 Violent Crime/100K 1,115 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$75,938 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,100 home value, $815/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
43 violent crimes/100K (89% below avg)
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $75,938
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $114,100
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 43/100K
89% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $815
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

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

People

Population472
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density3,371/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,938
Per Capita$49,631
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$3,832M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,100
Rent$815
Ownership81.2%
Zillow$94,503
Housing Units237
Rent Burden31.9%

Crime

F
Violent43/100K
Property1,115/100K

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking20.2%
Depression33.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation574 ft (175 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score6.04

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute26 min
Broadband63.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Bancroft a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bancroft receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bancroft has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bancroft is $75,938, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bancroft is $114,100, 60% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $815 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Bancroft is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 43 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,115 per 100,000, 43% below the national average.

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bancroft enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bancroft has a population of 472 with a density of 3,371 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.2% female and 53.8% male. The city is predominantly White (96.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.8% of residents. 9.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 94.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

472
Total Population
3,371
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bancroft vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish 4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bancroft vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bancroft is $75,938, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,631 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,238, 14% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower 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 26 minutes. 2.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bancroft vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,938
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,631
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$78,515
Gini Index0.424 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below 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 Rate2.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone97.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bancroft is $114,100, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $94,503, lower than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $815 (30% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $766 for a one-bedroom to $945 for a two-bedroom apartment. 81.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 237 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $2,677 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 31.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,100
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$94,503

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$815
30% below US avg
Rent Burden31.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership81.2%
Owner-Occupied81.2%
Renter-Occupied18.8%
Housing Units237
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,677
24% below US avg
Effective Rate2.35%
In Bancroft, 39.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 39.3% have high blood pressure. 20.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.9% report binge drinking. 31.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 33.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 23.6% experience frequent mental distress. 9.0% 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: Bancroft vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression33.1%
Mental Distress23.6%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep45.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Primary Care1:954
Dentists1:2,376
Mental Health1:919
Checkup Rate79.1%
Dental Visits49.8%
Premature Death9,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access67.0%
Healthcare Facilities137
Bancroft has a violent crime rate of 43 per 100,000 residents, 89% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,115 per 100,000, 43% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bancroft receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent42.9/100K
89% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,115.4/100K
43% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Bancroft enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. The area receives 10.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 574 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Geography

Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density3,371/sq mi
Coordinates38.5107°N, 81.8414°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyPutnam County County
Nearest AirportWest Virginia International Yeager (CRW)
16 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.5"
4% above US avg
Snowfall 10.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.72"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.87"

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

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

Nov 20, 2013 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio M3.5 109 km
May 24, 2017 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio M3.4 97 km
Apr 24, 2009 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio M3.4 59 km
Apr 4, 2010 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia M3.4 81 km
Mar 31, 2013 West Virginia M3.4 89 km
Feb 3, 2025 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio M3.1 79 km
Dec 4, 2001 9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia M3.1 129 km
Aug 31, 2011 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio M3.1 116 km
Jun 28, 1991 4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia M3.0 54 km
Apr 2, 2017 5 km W of Graysville, Ohio M3.0 138 km
Apr 25, 2020 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky M2.9 97 km
Jan 10, 2012 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia M2.8 83 km
Feb 3, 2025 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio M2.8 104 km
Jul 30, 2013 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.8 89 km
Aug 31, 2011 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia M2.8 111 km
May 6, 2002 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio M2.8 49 km
Feb 15, 2005 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia M2.8 147 km
Jul 20, 2013 6 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.7 93 km
Feb 8, 2005 15 km E of Vansant, Virginia M2.7 144 km
Apr 29, 2010 7 km W of Gassaway, West Virginia M2.7 87 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

104 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 8 fatalities, 142 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 23, 1968 EF5 86 km 7
Sep 16, 2010 EF3 72 km 1
Apr 23, 1968 EF3 99 km 0
Apr 8, 1965 EF3 72 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 9 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 87 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 100 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 84 km 0
Jul 4, 2016 EF2 82 km 0
Jul 10, 2003 EF2 84 km 0
May 8, 2002 EF2 60 km 0
Jun 15, 2000 EF2 55 km 0
Jan 8, 1998 EF2 87 km 0
May 26, 1990 EF2 67 km 0
Apr 23, 1968 EF2 96 km 0
Mar 13, 1967 EF2 49 km 0
Feb 25, 1961 EF2 84 km 0
May 26, 2024 EF1 91 km 0
May 9, 2024 EF1 94 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 13 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 72 km
1991 KAYFORD MOUNTAIN 31,509 69 km
1991 JENNINGS CREEK 29,308 83 km
1987 UNNAMED 27,317 91 km
1991 WHITE OAK BRANCH 25,550 43 km
1987 ELLIS CREEK 24,070 75 km
1991 BROWNS BRANCH 17,324 68 km
1991 HUFF CREEK 15,190 90 km
1987 RUCKERS BRANCH 14,744 50 km
1987 UNNAMED 14,554 77 km
1991 ROLLINS BRANCH 14,435 85 km
1991 GAULEY MTN 13,113 72 km
1991 ROCK HOUSE BRANCH 13,056 85 km
1991 TOMS BRANCH 11,849 62 km
1991 BRUSHY FORK 10,704 73 km
1991 LEFT FORK 10,196 41 km
1991 UNNAMED 10,183 91 km
1995 UNNAMED 10,148 96 km
1991 CANE ROCK 9,017 67 km
1987 PINE CREEK 8,864 89 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 3.0 in
March 44°F (7°C) 3.7 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in
June 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
July 76°F (24°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 4.2 in
September 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in Driest
November 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.3 in

Bancroft has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 34°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and October the driest (2.9").

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Bancroft is located in Putnam County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 5.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. 1.5% 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. 63.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 137 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 97.9% 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
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score6.04
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density3,371/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi
CountyPutnam County County

Services

Broadband Access63.5%
Avg Download Speed69.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities137
Restaurants100
Retail Stores171

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone97.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%
Average costs for common services in Bancroft. 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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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

Radio Stations near Bancroft

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Bancroft

1 campgrounds found near Bancroft.

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

National Parks Near Bancroft

27 national parks and monuments found near Bancroft.

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
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
Hocking Hills 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
Lake Hope 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
Pipestem Resort State Park State Park Free
Tar Hollow 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 Bancroft

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
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
BLAIR MOUNTAINHISTORY MUSEUM
BUFFALO HISTORICAL 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 Bancroft

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
NITRO PUBLIC LIBRARY1700 PARK AVE.0.015,358

Farmers Markets in Bancroft

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Capitol Market800 Smith St.Visit
East End Bazaar1428 Washington StreetVisit
ITTLE MOBILE MARKET3321 Cabin Ridge Road05/06/2017 to 10/28/2017Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Mason County Farmers Market (Point Pleasant & Hartford/New Haven Markets)Route 62May to SeptemberThu:8:00 am - 12:10 pm;
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

Breweries in Bancroft

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

Cell Towers in Bancroft

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
LEON-BADER RDTOWER152
Portion of 3.56 Acre Parcel Ripley and Washington (2443)GTOWER126
Portion of 3.56 Acre Parcel Ripley and Washington (2443)GTOWER126
2257 Fisher Ridge Road (81022)LTOWER99
2257 Fisher Ridge Road (81022)LTOWER99
2975 BENEDICT ROAD (2391)LTOWER95
2975 BENEDICT ROAD (2391)LTOWER95
2975 BENEDICT ROAD (2391)LTOWER95
Hurricane Creek Site - 455 DANIEL BOONE TRAILTOWER91
381 Lovejoy Trail (101961)LTOWER91
381 Lovejoy Trail (101961)LTOWER91
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
8500' SSE OF I/S I-77 & WV S.R. 34TOWER61
Ruth Cell Site - 0.3 mi NW of Childress & Chestnut RdsGTOWER61
CUSTER RIDGE OLD CROSS CREEK RIDGE ROAD LOT 2 (2402)GTOWER60
CUSTER RIDGE OLD CROSS CREEK RIDGE ROAD LOT 2 (2402)GTOWER60
Hollow Dry Branch Dr (2394)LTOWER60
Hollow Dry Branch Dr (2394)LTOWER60
HAINES BRANCH RD (2407)LTOWER55
HAINES BRANCH RD (2407)LTOWER55

Fire Stations in Bancroft

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Bancroft Volunteer Fire Department449 Washington STVolunteer304-586-9665

Bridges in Bancroft

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1939354,100P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199172750F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197954150F

Amtrak Stations in Bancroft

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Charleston, WV350 MacCorkle Avenue - SoutheastTRAIN

Airports Near Bancroft

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Raleigh County Memorial AirportBKWMedium Airport
Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson FieldHTSMedium Airport
Yeager AirportCRWMedium Airport
Bellville Dam Landing StripSmall Airport
Boggs FieldSmall Airport
Crazy Horse AirportSmall Airport
Fayette AirportSmall Airport
Gallia Meigs Regional AirportSmall Airport
Gayland AirportSmall Airport
Hales Landing AirportSmall Airport
Island AirportSmall Airport
Jackson County AirportSmall Airport
James A Rhodes AirportSmall Airport
Kurt's FieldSmall Airport
Lawrence County AirparkHTWSmall Airport
Lieving AirportSmall Airport
Logan County AirportSmall Airport
Mallory AirportSmall Airport
Mason County AirportSmall Airport
Miller AirportSmall Airport
Ohio University AirportATOSmall Airport
Ona AirparkSmall Airport
Robert Newlon FieldSmall Airport
Scott FieldSmall Airport
Slate Run AirportSmall Airport
Sword Flight Park UltralightSmall Airport

Police Stations in Bancroft

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 Bancroft

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 30055Other7809 Winfield Road

Treatment Centers in Bancroft

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
KVC West VirginiaMental Health304-532-4840
National Youth Advocate Program Inc - WinfieldMental Health304-382-1312
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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bancroft

What is the population of Bancroft?

Bancroft has a population of 472 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 3,371 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.2% female and 53.8% male.

Is Bancroft expensive to live in?

Bancroft 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 $75,938, 1% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $114,100 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $815 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bancroft safe?

Bancroft is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 43 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,115 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bancroft receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bancroft?

Bancroft enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 302 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.5 inches, with 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Bancroft?

The job market in Bancroft is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate 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 26 minutes, and 2.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bancroft?

The median home value in Bancroft is $114,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $94,503. For renters, the median monthly rent is $815. Fair market rent is $766 for a 1-bedroom and $945 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 81.2%. The average annual property tax is $2,677.

How are the schools in Bancroft?

Schools in Bancroft score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 5.5% of adults in Bancroft hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bancroft?

The obesity rate in Bancroft is 39.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.2% of adults are smokers. 31.4% are physically inactive. 33.1% of residents report depression. 9.0% 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 Bancroft?

The average commute in Bancroft is 26 minutes. 97.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bancroft?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bancroft is 96.2% White, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 95.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.2% speak Spanish. 9.0% of the population are military veterans. 13.1% of residents have a disability. 94.6% have health insurance coverage.

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