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Bradley, WV

West Virginia · Raleigh County · Beckley Metro

Bradley is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 1,429. Residents earn $58,984 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,429 Population 339/sq mi density
$58,984 Median Income $24,150 per capita
$88,600 Home Value $148,973 Zillow
$826 Median Rent 17.6% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
289 Violent Crime/100K 1,083 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$58,984 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,600 home value, $826/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
289 violent crimes/100K (24% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $58,984
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,600
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 289/100K
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $826
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,429
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density339/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans10.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,984
Per Capita$24,150
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$4,532M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,600
Rent$826
Ownership65.7%
Zillow$148,973
Housing Units750
Rent Burden17.6%

Crime

F
Violent289/100K
Property1,083/100K

Health

Obesity43.7%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking23.0%
Depression34.0%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation2,220 ft (677 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+76.7%
Graduate+6.7%
School Score5.02

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Broadband76.6%
EV Stations4
Libraries5

Is Bradley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bradley receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bradley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bradley is $58,984, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bradley is $88,600, 69% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $826 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

Violent crime in Bradley is below the national average at 289 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,083 per 100,000, 45% below the national average.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Bradley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 38.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bradley has a population of 1,429 with a density of 339 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.3% female and 44.7% male. The city is predominantly White (90.7%), with 2.5% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.8% of residents, while 5.2% speak Spanish. 10.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 27.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,429
Total Population
339
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bradley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish 5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bradley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bradley is $58,984, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,150 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,043, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,608 business establishments, including 129 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: Bradley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,984
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,150
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$63,527
Gini Index0.491 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,608
County GDP$4,532M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare299
Retail302
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg
Cost of Living89.50 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bradley is $88,600, 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,973, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $766 for a one-bedroom to $945 for a two-bedroom apartment. 65.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 750 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. The average annual property tax is $2,735 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 17.6% 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$88,600
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$148,973

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$826
29% below US avg
Rent Burden17.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.7%
Owner-Occupied65.7%
Renter-Occupied34.3%
Housing Units750
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In Bradley, 43.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.7% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.7% of residents, above the national average. 41.5% have high blood pressure. 23.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.7% report binge drinking. 36.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 34.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 25.5% experience frequent mental distress. 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,294. The dentist ratio is 1:1,279. 56.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure41.5%
Asthma13.2%
COPD11.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.0%
64% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity36.5%
Depression34.0%
Mental Distress25.5%
Physical Distress19.2%
Short Sleep44.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,294
Dentists1:1,279
Mental Health1:340
Checkup Rate79.1%
Dental Visits48.5%
Premature Death16,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities299
Bradley has a violent crime rate of 289 per 100,000 residents, 24% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,083 per 100,000, 45% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Bradley receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent288.8/100K
24% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,083.0/100K
45% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Bradley experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 305 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 43.4 inches. The area receives 38.4 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 2,220 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,220 ft (677 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density339/sq mi
Coordinates37.8679°N, 81.2156°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyRaleigh County County
Nearest AirportWest Virginia International Yeager (CRW)
41 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above US avg
Snowfall 38.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.04"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.11"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score65.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability67.3 / 100
Community Resilience38.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Moderate
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

47 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.6 on Jul 8, 2023.

Apr 22, 1991 14 km ESE of Falling Spring, West Virginia M3.5 89 km
Apr 24, 2009 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio M3.4 149 km
Apr 4, 2010 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia M3.4 85 km
Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 126 km
Feb 12, 1994 10 km NNW of Abingdon, Virginia M3.4 138 km
Mar 31, 2013 West Virginia M3.4 93 km
Sep 13, 2017 11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia M3.2 63 km
Dec 4, 2001 9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia M3.1 44 km
May 16, 2009 2 km NNE of Cave Spring, Virginia M3.0 127 km
Jun 28, 1991 4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia M3.0 42 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 98 km
Jan 10, 2012 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia M2.8 83 km
Jul 4, 2009 3 km E of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 71 km
Jul 30, 2013 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.8 111 km
May 6, 2002 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio M2.8 134 km
Feb 15, 2005 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia M2.8 97 km
Jul 15, 2021 10 km S of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 78 km
May 12, 2017 6 km SSW of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 74 km
Jul 6, 2023 5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia M2.7 135 km
Aug 18, 2000 2 km SSE of Narrows, Virginia M2.7 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

61 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 64 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 19 km 1
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 23 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 30 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 82 km 0
Oct 7, 2014 EF2 30 km 0
Apr 8, 2011 EF2 98 km 0
Jun 22, 1990 EF2 71 km 0
May 26, 1990 EF2 31 km 0
Jul 11, 1976 EF2 64 km 0
Apr 24, 1975 EF2 66 km 0
Apr 12, 1965 EF2 53 km 0
Apr 8, 1965 EF2 54 km 0
Feb 25, 1961 EF2 14 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 56 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 59 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 99 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 77 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 40 km 0
Aug 9, 2019 EF1 93 km 0
Jun 24, 2019 EF1 67 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 81 km
1987 UNNAMED 41,794 86 km
1991 KAYFORD MOUNTAIN 31,509 21 km
1991 JENNINGS CREEK 29,308 99 km
1987 UNNAMED 27,317 91 km
1991 WHITE OAK BRANCH 25,550 53 km
1987 ELLIS CREEK 24,070 22 km
1991 UNNAMED 22,282 96 km
1991 TUG RIVER 20,813 86 km
1991 BROWNS BRANCH 17,324 33 km
1991 HUFF CREEK 15,190 53 km
1987 RUCKERS BRANCH 14,744 52 km
1987 UNNAMED 14,554 96 km
1991 ROLLINS BRANCH 14,435 37 km
1991 GAULEY MTN 13,113 34 km
1991 ROCK HOUSE BRANCH 13,056 88 km
1991 TOMS BRANCH 11,849 29 km
1991 UNNAMED 11,117 94 km
2012 ALLEGHANY TUNNELS FIRES 11,055 93 km
1991 BRUSHY FORK 10,704 25 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 3.1 in Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 3.7 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.8 in
May 60°F (15°C) 4.4 in
June 67°F (20°C) 4.0 in
July 69°F (20°C) 5.0 in Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
November 44°F (6°C) 3.4 in
December 35°F (2°C) 3.5 in

Bradley has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 30°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and February the driest (3.1").

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Bradley is located in Raleigh County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 11.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 76.7% have completed high school. 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.4% of the vote, a 54.3-point margin. 76.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 299 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.4%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+76.7%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
School Test Score5.02
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density339/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi
CountyRaleigh County County

Services

Broadband Access76.6%
Avg Download Speed53.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities299
Restaurants129
Retail Stores302

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home2.6%
Average costs for common services in Bradley. 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$736
Toddler$700
Preschool$722
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$676
Toddler$737
Preschool$737
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Raleigh 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 6,679 569 $53,377 1.44
Retail Trade 4,314 316 $37,740 1.34
Accommodation & Food Services 3,395 160 $21,959 1.16
Mining & Oil/Gas 2,048 28 $111,715 16.75
Administrative & Waste Services 2,024 174 $42,544 1.06
Construction 1,122 203 $59,354 0.66
Wholesale Trade 1,067 128 $71,810 0.84
Professional & Technical Services 983 228 $60,335 0.44
Other Services 910 162 $50,214 0.94
Finance & Insurance 886 120 $55,787 0.68
Transportation & Warehousing 688 85 $49,950 0.50
Manufacturing 642 58 $61,909 0.24
Real Estate 424 91 $52,955 0.85
Educational Services 392 22 $32,015 0.59
Arts & Entertainment 341 38 $24,496 0.63
Information & Technology 304 33 $62,858 0.50
Management of Companies 280 21 $80,267 0.51
Utilities 162 7 $99,307 1.32
Agriculture & Forestry 58 10 $54,739 0.22
Unclassified 5 8 $21,363 0.11

Radio Stations near Bradley

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BIG 104.7 WPGB-FM AAC

Campgrounds Near Bradley

8 campgrounds found near Bradley.

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
BATTLE RUN 4.4/5 117 $24–$40
Grandview Shelter 3 4.1/5 1 $70
SUMMERSVILLE LAKE SHELTERS 4.1/5 4 $40–$70
Grandview Shelter 4 4.0/5 1 $75
BLUESTONE LAKE PICNIC SHELTER 3.0/5 1 $60

National Parks Near Bradley

23 national parks and monuments found near Bradley.

ParkTypeFee
Babcock State Park State Park Free
Beartown 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
Chief Logan State Park State Park Free
Claytor Lake State Park State Park Free
Clinch River State Park State Park Free
Droop Mountain Battlefield State Park State Park Free
Gauley River National Recreation Area National Recreation Area Free
Hawks Nest State Park State Park Free
Holly River State Park State Park Free
Little Beaver State Park State Park Free
Moncove Lake State Park State Park Free
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve National Park & Preserve Free
Panther State Forest State Park Free
Pinnacle Rock State Park State Park Free
Pipestem Resort State Park State Park Free
Shot Tower Historic State Park State Park Free
Tu-Endie-Wei State Park State Park Free
Twin Falls Resort State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Bradley

1 trails found near Bradley.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 21.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Bradley

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BECKLEY PERFORMING ARTSHISTORIC PRESERVATION3042555684$39,780
MOUNT HOPE HERITAGE AND HOPEHISTORIC PRESERVATION$3,300
BECKLEY EXHIBITION COAL MINEGENERAL MUSEUM
FAYETTE & RALEIGH COUNTIES GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3042533557
HANK WILLIAMS MUSEUM INC OF OAK HILL WVGENERAL MUSEUM
LEWIS HOUSEHISTORY MUSEUM214 MAIN ST E3044696200
NEW RIVER GORGE NEW RIVERHISTORIC PRESERVATION3044650508
RALEIGH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION110 SUNSET DR C3045758562
RALEIGH COUNTY VETERAN'SHISTORIC PRESERVATION3042531775
RALEIGH COUNTY VETERANS ASSOCIATONGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 3165
SOUTHERN WEST VIRGINIA MULTICULTURAL MUSEUM AND COMMUNITY CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM
STOCORALEIGH COUNTY VETERANS MEMORIAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3046457917
WHIPPLE COMPANY STORE & APPLACHIAN HERTIAGE EDUCATIONAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3044650331
WILDWOOD HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3042528614
YOUTH MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN WEST VIRGINIAGENERAL MUSEUM3042523730

Libraries in Bradley

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
KILLEEN CITY LIBRARY SYSTEM205 E CHURCH AVE0.0270,983
RALEIGH COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY221 N. KANAWHA ST.0.0265,143
FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY531 SUMMIT STREET0.073,542

Farmers Markets in Bradley

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers Market599 Market RoadThu: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM;
Fayette County Farmers Market138 E Main St06/25/2013 to 10/22/2013Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Fayette County Farmers Market312 N Court St05/11/2013 to 11/30/2013Sat: 7:30 AM-11:30 AM;

Gas Stations in Bradley

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GoMart

EV Charging Stations in Bradley

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger5481 Robert C. Byrd DriveTesla8TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Bradley

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
South Columbia Road (100162)LTOWER78
South Columbia Road (100162)LTOWER78

Fire Stations in Bradley

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Bradley-Prosperity Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.5950 Robert C Byrd DRMostly volunteer304-877-2340

Bridges in Bradley

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous198313932,898F
CulvertConcrete19843822,196G
CulvertSteel19502520,605G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197225910,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197224110,700P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2001361,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19531701,000P
Channel BeamConcrete1965411,000F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199046550F

Amtrak Stations in Bradley

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Prince, WV5034 Stanaford RoadTRAIN
Thurmond, WVHwy 25 & Hwy 2TRAIN

Airports Near Bradley

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mercer County AirportBLFMedium Airport
Raleigh County Memorial AirportBKWMedium Airport
Yeager AirportCRWMedium Airport
Bocamanu AirportSmall Airport
Fayette AirportSmall Airport
Herold AirportSmall Airport
Hinton-Alderson AirportSmall Airport
Island AirportSmall Airport
Kee FieldSmall Airport
Kurt's FieldSmall Airport
Lee Massey AirportSmall Airport
Logan County AirportSmall Airport
Mallory AirportSmall Airport
Mike Ferrell FieldSmall Airport
New River Gorge AirportSmall Airport
New River Valley AirportPSKSmall Airport
Peterstown AirportSmall Airport
Rainelle AirportSmall Airport
Richwood Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Stanger To Blue Waters Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Summersville AirportSmall Airport
Willow Bend AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Bradley

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
City Police Station
City Police Station
Fayetteville Police Department204 Church Street
Glen Lyn Police Department
Raleigh County Sheriff Substation
West Virginia State Police
West Virginia State Police, Troop 7

Grocery Stores in Bradley

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 14031Other5975 Robert C Byrd Dr
Go Mart 87Convenience Store257 Maple Fork Rd

Post Offices in Bradley

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bradley Post Office

Treatment Centers in Bradley

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Beckley Comprehensive Treatment Center - Beckley Treatment Center LLCSubstance Abuse304-254-9262
Burlington United Methodist - Fam Servs/Beckley CenterMental Health304-252-8508
Department of Veterans Affairs Medical - Center Substance Abuse Treatment ProgSubstance Abuse304-255-2121 x4140
FMRS Health Systems Inc - Raleigh County OfficeBoth304-256-7100
KVC West VirginiaMental Health304-927-0015
Southern WV Fellowship Home IncSubstance Abuse304-253-1441

DOL Wage Violations in Bradley

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $2,258 in back wages owed to 7 employees.

3
Violations
$2,258
Back Wages Owed
7
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
Southern X-Posure 25818 1 $1,295 $1,295 1
Appalachian Heating 25818 3 $601 $120 5
Eddie's Market 25818 1 $362 $362 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bradley

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
MT HOPE WESLEYAN CHURCH11 HIGH SCHOOL DR

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Mines
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Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Historic Markers
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Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bradley

What is the population of Bradley?

Bradley has a population of 1,429 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 339 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.8 years. The population is 55.3% female and 44.7% male.

Is Bradley expensive to live in?

Bradley 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 $58,984, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $88,600 (69% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $826 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 Bradley safe?

Bradley is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 289 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,083 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bradley receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bradley?

Bradley has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches, with 38.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Bradley?

The unemployment rate in Bradley is 7.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,043. There are 2,608 business establishments in the area, including 129 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 Bradley?

The median home value in Bradley is $88,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,973. For renters, the median monthly rent is $826. Fair market rent is $766 for a 1-bedroom and $945 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 65.7%. The average annual property tax is $2,735.

How are the schools in Bradley?

Schools in Bradley score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.5% of adults in Bradley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.7% have completed high school. 6.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bradley?

The obesity rate in Bradley is 43.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.0% of adults are smokers. 36.5% are physically inactive. 34.0% of residents report depression. 10.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 56.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,294.

What is transportation like in Bradley?

The average commute in Bradley is 27 minutes. 75.7% of workers drive alone to work, 1.7% use public transit, and 2.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bradley?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bradley is 90.7% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 2.5% Hispanic or Latino. 94.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.2% speak Spanish. 10.9% of the population are military veterans. 27.6% of residents have a disability. 92.9% have health insurance coverage.

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