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Belle, WV

West Virginia · Kanawha County · Charleston Metro

Belle is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 1,537. Residents earn $74,200 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,537 Population 2,228/sq mi density
$74,200 Median Income $31,972 per capita
$103,000 Home Value $111,038 Zillow
$896 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$74,200 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,000 home value, $896/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $74,200
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,000
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $896
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,537
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density2,228/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans15.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$74,200
Per Capita$31,972
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$14,448M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,000
Rent$896
Ownership79.4%
Zillow$111,038
Housing Units797
Rent Burden18.8%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,763/100K

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking20.8%
Depression33.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation999 ft (304 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+9.9%
School Score5.11

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute19 min
Broadband85.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries13

Is Belle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belle receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Belle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belle is $74,200, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belle is $103,000, 63% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $896 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Belle is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,763 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Belle enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches, including 31.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Belle has a population of 1,537 with a density of 2,228 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47% female and 53% male. The city is predominantly White (96.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.9% of residents. 15.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,537
Total Population
2,228
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Belle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belle is $74,200, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,972 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,192, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,860 business establishments, including 428 restaurants. The cost of living index is 89.5, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Belle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,200
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,972
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$70,301
Gini Index0.490 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,860
County GDP$14,448M

Business (County)

Restaurants428
Healthcare645
Retail626
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,391
3% below US avg
Cost of Living89.50 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Belle is $103,000, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $111,038. Monthly rent averages $896 (23% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $766 for a one-bedroom to $945 for a two-bedroom apartment. 79.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 797 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1956. The average annual property tax is $3,391. 18.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,000
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$111,038

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$896
23% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.4%
Owner-Occupied79.4%
Renter-Occupied20.6%
Housing Units797
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,391
3% below US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
In Belle, 39.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 38.9% have high blood pressure. 20.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.9% report binge drinking. 31.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 33.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 24.3% experience frequent mental distress. 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:770. The dentist ratio is 1:1,083. 70.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Belle vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure38.9%
Asthma12.4%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.8%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression33.4%
Mental Distress24.3%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep41.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Primary Care1:770
Dentists1:1,083
Mental Health1:314
Checkup Rate78.5%
Dental Visits53.7%
Premature Death14,979/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access70.7%
Healthcare Facilities645
Belle has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,763 per 100,000, 10% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 20 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Belle receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,762.7/100K
10% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
Traffic Accidents114
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Belle enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 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 46.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 31.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 999 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation999 ft (304 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density2,228/sq mi
Coordinates38.2354°N, 81.5367°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyKanawha County County
Nearest AirportWest Virginia International Yeager (CRW)
10 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.2"
22% above US avg
Snowfall 31.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.12"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.87"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0388 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.48 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.21 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)8.2 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score94.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability58.0 / 100
Community Resilience82.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Relatively Low
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 M3.5 121 km
Nov 20, 2013 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio M3.5 146 km
May 24, 2017 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio M3.4 137 km
Apr 24, 2009 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio M3.4 99 km
Mar 31, 2013 West Virginia M3.4 76 km
Apr 4, 2010 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia M3.4 68 km
Sep 13, 2017 11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia M3.2 112 km
Aug 31, 2011 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio M3.1 142 km
Feb 3, 2025 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio M3.1 119 km
Dec 4, 2001 9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia M3.1 89 km
Jun 28, 1991 4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia M3.0 18 km
Apr 25, 2020 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky M2.9 133 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 147 km
Feb 15, 2005 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia M2.8 121 km
May 6, 2002 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio M2.8 85 km
Jul 30, 2013 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.8 87 km
Aug 31, 2011 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia M2.8 132 km
Jan 10, 2012 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia M2.8 67 km
Jul 4, 2009 3 km E of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 121 km
Feb 3, 2025 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio M2.8 128 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

79 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 67 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 67 km 0
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 66 km 1
Apr 8, 1965 EF3 98 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 50 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 33 km 0
Jul 4, 2016 EF2 97 km 0
Oct 7, 2014 EF2 76 km 0
May 8, 2002 EF2 100 km 0
Jun 15, 2000 EF2 94 km 0
May 26, 1990 EF2 29 km 0
Mar 13, 1967 EF2 86 km 0
Feb 25, 1961 EF2 44 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 29 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 94 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 50 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 10 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 11 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 74 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 82 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 87 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 64 km
1987 UNNAMED 41,794 87 km
1991 KAYFORD MOUNTAIN 31,509 29 km
1991 JENNINGS CREEK 29,308 81 km
1987 UNNAMED 27,317 82 km
1991 WHITE OAK BRANCH 25,550 19 km
1987 ELLIS CREEK 24,070 37 km
1991 TUG RIVER 20,813 85 km
1991 BROWNS BRANCH 17,324 34 km
1991 HUFF CREEK 15,190 63 km
1987 RUCKERS BRANCH 14,744 27 km
1987 UNNAMED 14,554 75 km
1991 ROLLINS BRANCH 14,435 52 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,264 98 km
1991 GAULEY MTN 13,113 36 km
1991 ROCK HOUSE BRANCH 13,056 76 km
1991 TOMS BRANCH 11,849 21 km
1991 UNNAMED 11,117 94 km
1991 BRUSHY FORK 10,704 36 km
1991 LEFT FORK 10,196 6 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in
March 44°F (7°C) 3.9 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.3 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in
July 76°F (24°C) 5.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 4.3 in
September 67°F (19°C) 3.7 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in Driest
November 45°F (7°C) 3.5 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.5 in

Belle has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 35°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and October the driest (2.9").

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Belle is located in Kanawha County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 16.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 51% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 57.6% of the vote, a 17.4-point margin. 85.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 645 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.6%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 17.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20
Traffic Accidents114
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+9.9%
School Test Score5.11
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density2,228/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountyKanawha County County

Services

Broadband Access85.2%
Avg Download Speed50.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities645
Restaurants428
Retail Stores626

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%
Average costs for common services in Belle. 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$682
Toddler$650
Preschool$679
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$633
Toddler$701
Preschool$746
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Kanawha County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 20,799 1,196 $70,712 1.48
Retail Trade 9,647 692 $39,075 0.99
Accommodation & Food Services 7,738 439 $24,657 0.87
Professional & Technical Services 5,636 904 $86,611 0.83
Administrative & Waste Services 5,345 493 $45,410 0.93
Construction 4,097 464 $77,307 0.80
Finance & Insurance 3,629 402 $89,984 0.91
Manufacturing 3,294 139 $77,115 0.41
Wholesale Trade 2,914 348 $83,038 0.76
Other Services 2,764 538 $53,573 0.94
Transportation & Warehousing 2,317 154 $66,277 0.56
Mining & Oil/Gas 1,472 52 $108,126 3.98
Management of Companies 1,456 54 $118,975 0.88
Educational Services 1,399 68 $42,476 0.69
Real Estate 1,270 260 $54,717 0.84
Arts & Entertainment 1,231 100 $23,565 0.75
Utilities 638 34 $116,315 1.71
Agriculture & Forestry 26 14 $42,681 0.03

Schools in Belle

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
RIVERSIDE HIGH SCHOOL High 1,220 56 21.8:1
DU PONT MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle 423 23 18.4:1
BELLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 291 17 17.1:1
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Radio Stations near Belle

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Belle

5 campgrounds found near Belle.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Grandview Playground Shelter 5.0/5 1 $90
Grandview Shelter 2 4.8/5 1 $75
Grandview Shelter 1 4.5/5 1 $70
Grandview Shelter 3 4.1/5 1 $70
Grandview Shelter 4 4.0/5 1 $75

National Parks Near Belle

23 national parks and monuments found near Belle.

ParkTypeFee
Babcock State Park State Park Free
Beech Fork 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
Breaks Interstate 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
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

Museums in Belle

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
UPPER BIG BRANCH MINING MEMORIAL GROUPHISTORIC PRESERVATION3049893298$72,900
CRAIK-PATTON HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3049255341$26,569
SCOTTISH RITE OF CHARLESTONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3043427833$6,696
AVAMPATO DISCOVERY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1 CLAY SQUARE3045613570
BLAIR MOUNTAINHISTORY MUSEUM
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
ELIZAVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ELK BLUE CREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3049655850
KANAWHA VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3043427676
KANAWHA VALLEY RAILROAD CLUBGENERAL MUSEUM
SOUTH CHARLESTON MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3047449711
SUNRISE MUSEUMSGENERAL MUSEUM3043448035
WEST VIRGINIA CULTURE AND HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM
WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
WEST VIRGINIA STATE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3045580220
WEST VIRGINIAS GENEALOGY SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3049651179

Libraries in Belle

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
KANAWHA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY123 CAPITOL ST.0.0747,644
SOUTH CHARLESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY312 4TH AVENUE0.0107,843

Farmers Markets in Belle

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Capitol Market800 Smith St.Visit
East End Bazaar1428 Washington StreetVisit

Gas Stations in Belle

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP

Banks in Belle

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Huntington Bank

Breweries in Belle

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Broadway, Home, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar and Gay Bar, Venues, Drinking places, WV>Bar, WV>Gay Bar, Bar and210 Leon Sullivan WayVisit

Pharmacies in Belle

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
RITE AID - 1002 3175 WEST DUPONT AVENUE 304-926-6889
RITE AID - 1013 2700 EAST DUPONT AVENUE 304-949-6237

Cell Towers in Belle

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1645 Burnwell Mountain Road (2401)GTOWER128
1645 Burnwell Mountain Road (2401)GTOWER128
1645 Burnwell Mountain Road (2401)GTOWER128
1645 Burnwell Mountain Road (2401)GTOWER128
Cedar Grove Site .5 MI ETOWER101
1401 Savage Pointe (81438)LTOWER97
Route 77TOWER97
1401 Savage Pointe (81438)LTOWER97
646 Montgomery Tower Road (97060)GTOWER91
646 Montgomery Tower Road (97060)GTOWER91
Downtown Clendenin (81725)LTOWER89
Downtown Clendenin (81725)LTOWER89
Reamer Site 505 Robinson PointTOWER89
South Columbia Road (100162)LTOWER78
South Columbia Road (100162)LTOWER78
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 Belle

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Belle Fire Department708 E DuPont AVEVolunteer304-949-3375

Power Plants Near Belle

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
BELLE WEST VIRGINIA PLANTNATURAL GAS STEAM TURBINENOT AVAILABLE-81.6NOT AVAILABLE

Bridges in Belle

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete continuous1957878,800F
SlabConcrete continuous19581007,000F
SlabConcrete continuous1957877,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200129300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200126250P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20013290F

Amtrak Stations in Belle

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Charleston, WV350 MacCorkle Avenue - SoutheastTRAIN
Montgomery, WVThird Avenue and Washington StreetTRAIN

Airports Near Belle

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Raleigh County Memorial AirportBKWMedium Airport
Yeager AirportCRWMedium Airport
Bocamanu AirportSmall Airport
Boggs FieldSmall Airport
Crazy Horse AirportSmall Airport
Fayette AirportSmall Airport
Gallia Meigs Regional AirportSmall Airport
Island AirportSmall Airport
Jackson County AirportSmall Airport
Kee FieldSmall Airport
Kurt's FieldSmall Airport
Lee Massey AirportSmall Airport
Lieving AirportSmall Airport
Logan County AirportSmall Airport
Mallory AirportSmall Airport
Mason County AirportSmall Airport
Mike Ferrell FieldSmall Airport
New River Gorge AirportSmall Airport
Ona AirparkSmall Airport
Slate Run AirportSmall Airport
Southern West Virginia Regional AirportSmall Airport
Stanger To Blue Waters Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Summersville AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Belle

11 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Kanawah County Park Police Headquarter
Kanawha County Sheriff's Office
Kanawha County Sheriff's Office
Kanawha County Sheriff's Office - Quincy Detachment
Marmet Police Department
United States Secret Service - Charleston Division
West Virginia Capitol Police - Govenror's Gate
West Virginia State Police
West Virginia State Police - Quincy Detachment
West Virginia State Police - Quincy Detachment
West Virginia State Police Turpike Division

Grocery Stores in Belle

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Little General 4080Convenience Store700 E Dupont Ave
Par Mar Store 15Convenience Store412 E Dupont Ave

Post Offices in Belle

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Belle Post Office

Treatment Centers in Belle

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
AppleGate RecoverySubstance Abuse681-205-8108
Charleston Comprehensive Trt Ctr - Charleston Treatment Center LLCSubstance Abuse304-344-5924
Chesapeake Healthcare CenterBoth304-220-2111
KVC West VirginiaMental Health304-532-4840
Lotus Recovery CentersSubstance Abuse888-918-2408
REA of Hope Fellowship HomeSubstance Abuse304-344-5363
Thomas Memorial Hospital - SouthWay Outpatient ServicesSubstance Abuse304-766-4560
Union Mission Addiction Recovery ProgBoth304-925-0366
Wise Path Recovery CentersBoth866-860-9772

DOL Wage Violations in Belle

8 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $64,696 in back wages owed to 141 employees.

8
Violations
$64,696
Back Wages Owed
141
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Mineral Labs, Shrewsbury Lab #5 25015 1 $55,000 $561 98
Riverside Health Center 25015 1 $3,722 $414 9
Judy's 25015 1 $2,346 $261 9
Country Kids Daycare 25015 1 $2,052 $137 15
Shoney's of Belle 25015 1 $757 $757 1
El Caporal Mexican Restaurant 25015 1 $525 $131 4
The Hill's Kid Connection Child Care Center 25015 1 $188 $94 2
Magic Mart 25015 1 $107 $36 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Belle

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BELLE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE304 E 9TH ST
DIAMOND BAPTIST CHURCH207 FERRY ST
JUDSON BAPTIST CHURCH-BELLE320 E 8TH ST
MARANATHA OUTREACH CHURCH101 DUPONT AVE
MOUNT JULIET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH417 E 4TH ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Belle

What is the population of Belle?

Belle has a population of 1,537 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 2,228 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.4 years. The population is 47% female and 53% male.

Is Belle expensive to live in?

Belle 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 $74,200, 1% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $103,000 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $896 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Belle safe?

Belle is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,763 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Belle receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Belle?

Belle enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.2 inches, with 31.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Belle?

The unemployment rate in Belle is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,192. There are 6,860 business establishments in the area, including 428 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 11.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Belle?

The median home value in Belle is $103,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $111,038. For renters, the median monthly rent is $896. Fair market rent is $766 for a 1-bedroom and $945 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 79.4%. The average annual property tax is $3,391.

How are the schools in Belle?

Schools in Belle score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.4% of adults in Belle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Belle?

The obesity rate in Belle is 39.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.8% of adults are smokers. 31.1% are physically inactive. 33.4% of residents report depression. 8.3% lack health insurance. 70.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:770.

What is transportation like in Belle?

The average commute in Belle is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Belle?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Belle is 96.6% White. 98.9% of residents speak only English at home. 15.4% of the population are military veterans. 17.3% of residents have a disability. 94.0% have health insurance coverage.

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