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Charleston, WV
West Virginia · Kanawha County · Charleston Metro
Charleston is a mid-size city in West Virginia with a population of 47,918. Residents earn $64,512 per year, which is 14% below the national average.
3.6
/5.0
B+
Good
47,918
Population
1,526/sq mi density
$64,512
Median Income
$45,967 per capita
$187,300
Home Value
$158,399 Zillow
$898
Median Rent
26.8% income on rent
56°F
Avg Temperature
293 sunny days/yr
1,227
Violent Crime/100K
6,561 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$64,512 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,300 home value, $898/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,227 violent crimes/100K (223% above avg)
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
44.1% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$64,512
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$187,300
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
1,227/100K
223% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
44.1%
31% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$898
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.7%
6% lower than US avg
How Charleston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population47,918
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density1,526/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans5.7%
Economy
B+Median Income$64,512
Per Capita$45,967
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$14,448M
Commute18 min
Housing
A+Home Value$187,300
Rent$898
Ownership62.8%
Zillow$158,399
Housing Units25,754
Rent Burden26.8%
Crime
FViolent1,227/100K
Property6,561/100K
Murder17.8/100K
Assault880/100K
Burglary1,357/100K
Health
Obesity40.1%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking18.0%
Depression30.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Education
A+Bachelor's+44.1%
High School+92.1%
Graduate+21.0%
School Score5.11
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute18 min
Broadband88.2%
EV Stations11
Libraries13
Is Charleston a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Charleston receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Charleston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Charleston is $64,512, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Charleston is $187,300, 34% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $898 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
With 1,227 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,561 per 100,000, 235% above the national average.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 44.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Charleston 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.
Charleston has a population of 47,918 with a density of 1,526 people per square mile, spread across 32.6 square miles. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (76.6%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 11.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.1% of residents. 5.7% of the population are veterans. 19.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.8% have health insurance coverage.
Population
47,918
Total Population
1,526
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
32.6mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Charleston vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Charleston vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Charleston is $64,512, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,967 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,192, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. 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 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Charleston vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,512 |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $45,967 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,192 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,301 |
| Gini Index | 0.490 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,860 |
| County GDP | $14,448M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 428 |
| Healthcare | 645 |
| Retail | 626 |
| Manufacturing | 94 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,391 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 89.50 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.81% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 70.7% |
| Public Transit | 2.1% |
| Work from Home | 11.2% |
Walkability
The median home value in Charleston is $187,300, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,399, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.3% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $898 (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. 62.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 25,754 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1956. The average annual property tax is $3,391. 26.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $187,300 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $158,399 |
| Median List Price | $182,250 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $182,250 |
| $/Sq Ft | $99 |
| Homes Sold | 25 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.3% |
| Price Drops | 23.1% |
| Inventory | 121 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $898 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,193 |
| Rent Burden | 26.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 62.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 37.2% |
| Housing Units | 25,754 |
| Median Year Built | 1956 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,391 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.81% |
In Charleston, 40.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 40.2% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.1% report binge drinking. 29.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 30.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.9% experience frequent mental distress. 7.7% 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.
Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-21)
PM2.5
2.7
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
2.8
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
4.2
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
71.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
1.3
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
167.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide
Health Metrics: Charleston vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.2% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Cancer | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 18.0% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 16.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.1% |
| Depression | 30.5% |
| Mental Distress | 21.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
| Short Sleep | 41.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.8% |
| Uninsured | 7.7% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:770 |
| Dentists | 1:1,083 |
| Mental Health | 1:314 |
| Checkup Rate | 80.1% |
| Dental Visits | 60.3% |
| Premature Death | 14,979/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 70.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 645 |
Charleston has a violent crime rate of 1,227 per 100,000 residents, 223% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 879.8 per 100,000, robbery at 234.8, rape at 94.7. The murder rate is 17.8 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 6,561 per 100,000, 235% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 4,926, burglary at 1,357, vehicle theft at 278 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 20 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Charleston receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Charleston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 1,227.0/100K |
| 223% above US avg | |
| Murder | 17.8/100K |
| 182% above US avg | |
| Rape | 94.7/100K |
| Robbery | 234.8/100K |
| Assault | 879.8/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 6,561.1/100K |
| 235% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,357.2/100K |
| Theft | 4,925.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 278.1/100K |
| Arson | 49.3/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Traffic Accidents | 2,048 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Charleston 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 604 feet.
Temperature
35°F Jan (2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 56.2°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 293 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Area | 32.6 sq mi (84.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,526/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3487°N, 81.6323°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Kanawha County County |
| Nearest Airport | West Virginia International Yeager (CRW) 3 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
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 Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 94.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 58.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 82.4 / 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)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°F (2°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 3.1 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.4 in |
Charleston has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 35°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and October the driest (2.8").
Charleston is located in Kanawha County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 44.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 31% above the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. 21.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above 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. 88.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 11 EV charging stations. There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 645 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 70.7% of workers drive alone to work, while 2.1% use public transit.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 17.4 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| Traffic Accidents | 2,048 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.1 / 4.0 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 44.1% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.1% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 21.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.11 |
A+
Education Grade (4.5/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro / under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,526/sq mi |
| Total Area | 32.6 sq mi |
| County | Kanawha County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 88.2% |
| Avg Download Speed | 50.6 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 4.3 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 11 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 14 |
| Public Libraries | 13 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 645 |
| Restaurants | 428 |
| Retail Stores | 626 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 17.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 70.7% |
| Public Transit | 2.1% |
| Work from Home | 11.2% |
Average costs for common services in Charleston. 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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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 |
Colleges & Universities in Charleston
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Charleston | Private Non-Profit · Graduate | 4,303 | 64.5% | $21,610 | $21,610 |
| Carver Career Center | Public · Associate | 161 | — | — | — |
| Charleston School of Beauty Culture | Private For-Profit · Associate | 90 | — | — | — |
| Ross Medical Education Center-Charleston | Private For-Profit · Certificate | 77 | — | — | — |
| Mountain State School of Massage | Private For-Profit · Certificate | 21 | — | — | — |
Hospitals in Charleston
| Hospital | Type | CMS Rating | Emergency | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHARLESTON AREA MEDICAL CENTER | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes | (304) 388-5432 |
| CAMC CHARLESTON SURGICAL HOSPITAL | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes | (304) 343-4371 |
| HIGHLAND HOSPITAL | Psychiatric | — | Yes | (304) 926-1600 |
Schools in Charleston
26 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEORGE WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL | High | 1,195 | 47 | 25.4:1 |
| CAPITAL HIGH SCHOOL | High | 1,086 | 63 | 17.2:1 |
| JOHN ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL | Middle | 705 | 40 | 17.6:1 |
| SISSONVILLE HIGH SCHOOL | High | 563 | 35 | 16.1:1 |
| SISSONVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL | Middle | 541 | 29 | 18.7:1 |
| ANDREW JACKSON MIDDLE SCHOOL | Middle | 512 | 28 | 18.3:1 |
| ELK ELEMENTARY CENTER | Elementary | 491 | 33 | 14.9:1 |
| FLINN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 439 | 26 | 16.9:1 |
| HORACE MANN MIDDLE SCHOOL | Middle | 399 | 26 | 15.3:1 |
| WEST SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL | Middle | 377 | 22 | 17.1:1 |
| EDGEWOOD ELEMENTARY | Elementary | 362 | 26 | 13.9:1 |
| MARY C. SNOW WEST SIDE ELEMENTARY | Elementary | 353 | 29 | 12.2:1 |
| OVERBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 349 | 20 | 17.5:1 |
| CROSS LANES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 309 | 20 | 15.5:1 |
| RUFFNER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 290 | 17 | 17.1:1 |
| HOLZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 278 | 16 | 17.4:1 |
| WEBERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 261 | 16 | 16.3:1 |
| PIEDMONT YEAR-ROUND EDUCATION | Elementary | 258 | 24 | 10.8:1 |
| KANAWHA CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 242 | 15 | 16.1:1 |
| RUTHLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 226 | 14 | 16.1:1 |
| CHAMBERLAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 213 | 14 | 15.2:1 |
| SHOALS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 210 | 13 | 16.2:1 |
| GRANDVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 172 | 13 | 13.2:1 |
| KENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 166 | 9 | 18.4:1 |
| MALDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 152 | 10 | 15.2:1 |
| MARY INGLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 135 | 9 | 15.0:1 |
Radio Stations near Charleston
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
National Parks Near Charleston
25 national parks and monuments found near Charleston.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Babcock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Beech Fork State Park | State Park | Free |
| Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bluestone Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bluestone National Scenic River | National Scenic River | Free |
| Bluestone State Park | State Park | Free |
| Camp Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cedar Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Chief Logan State Park | State Park | Free |
| Forked Run State Park | State Park | Free |
| Gauley River National Recreation Area | National Recreation Area | Free |
| Hawks Nest State Park | State Park | Free |
| Howes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Jackson Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| 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 |
| Panther State Forest | 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 Charleston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ERMA BYRD ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 8009954682 | $53,211,271 | |
| CALHOUN COUNTY HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | ONE CLAY SQUARE | 3045613570 | $9,829,667 |
| WEST VIRGINIA SCIENCE CENTER | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | $9,829,667 | ||
| WEST VIRGINIA MUSIC HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3043424412 | $141,009 | |
| EXECUTIVE MANSION RENOVATION FUND | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $135,000 | ||
| CRAIK PATTON | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3049255341 | $117,327 | |
| PRESERVATION ALLIANCE OF WEST | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PEOPLES BUILDING 421 DAVIS AVE #3 | 3043456005 | $113,908 |
| CRAIK-PATTON HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3049255341 | $26,569 | |
| SCOTTISH RITE OF CHARLESTON | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3043427833 | $6,696 | |
| AVAMPATO DISCOVERY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 1 CLAY SQUARE | 3045613570 | |
| BLAIR MOUNTAIN | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| CLAY CENTER FOR THE ARTS AND SCIENCES OF WEST VIRGINIA | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | ONE CLAY SQUARE | ||
| DELLA BROWN TAYLOR HARDMAN ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| ELECTRIC SKY THEATER | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | ONE CLAY SQUARE | ||
| ELIZAVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| ELK BLUE CREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3049655850 | ||
| KANAWHA VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3043427676 | ||
| KANAWHA VALLEY RAILROAD CLUB | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| NITRO MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3047278845 | ||
| SOUTH CHARLESTON MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3047449711 | ||
| ST ALBANS CHESAPEAKE AND OHIO MODELERS CLUB | HISTORY MUSEUM | 3047270775 | ||
| SUNRISE MUSEUMS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3043448035 | ||
| WEST VIRGINIA CULTURE AND HISTORY | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| WEST VIRGINIA STATE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 3045580220 | ||
| WEST VIRGINIAS GENEALOGY SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 3049651179 |
Libraries in Charleston
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KANAWHA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 123 CAPITOL ST. | 0.0 | 747,644 | |||
| SOUTH CHARLESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 312 4TH AVENUE | 0.0 | 107,843 | |||
| NITRO PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1700 PARK AVE. | 0.0 | 15,358 |
Farmers Markets in Charleston
Hotels in Charleston
10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Charleston Capitol Hotel
Charleston Marriott Town Center
Courtyard Charleston
Embassy Suites by Hilton Charleston
Four Points by Sheraton - Charleston
Hampton Inn Charleston - Downtown
Holiday Inn Express Charleston - Civic Center
Quality Inn & Suites
Sonesta ES Suites Charleston
Suburban Studios
Restaurants in Charleston
27 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Black Sheep
Books and Brews
Chili's
Chow Thai
Corner Kitchen
Dem 2 Brothers & A Grill
Elk River Bar & Grill
Fazio's Little Italy
First Watch
Fortune Pavilion
Giovanni's Pizza
Hale House
Leonoro's Spaghetti House
Lola's Pizza
Main Kwong Chinese Restaurant
Mario's Pizza
Nawab Fine Indian Cuisine
Paulie’s Fine Italian
Pies & Pints Pizzeria
Rio Grande
Shoney's
Sitar of India Restaurant
Swiftwater Cafe
The Chop House
The Smokehouse
Tidewater Grill
Tricky Fish
Cafes in Charleston
9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Caffe Romeo
Donut Connection
Mea Cuppa Coffee Lounge
Moxxi Coffee
Sam's Uptown Cafe & Bar
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
Taylor Books Cafe
Cinemas in Charleston
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Park Place Stadium Cinema 11
Theatres in Charleston
3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Elk City Playhouse
Schoenbaum Stage
Walker Theatre
Monuments in Charleston
3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Lincoln Walks at Midnight
War Memorial
West Virginia Liberty Bell
Clinics in Charleston
6 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bone and Joint Surgeons
CAMC Weight Loss Center & Sports Medicine Center
KCEAA Clinic
Kinetic Health Care
Mindari Eye Center
One Day Surgery Center
Dentists in Charleston
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Charleston Dental Associates
Dr. Moore & Moore Dental Associates, PLLC
Veterinaries in Charleston
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Kanawha Boulevard Animal Hospital
Phillps Animal Hospital
Train Stations in Charleston
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Charleston Station
Bus Stations in Charleston
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Greyhound Bus Station
Gas Stations in Charleston
19 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
BP
BP
BP
BP
Exxon
Exxon
Exxon
Go-Mart
GoMart
GoMart
GoMart
GoMart
IGS CNG Services
Kroger
Marathon
Marathon
Rich
Shop & Go
Sunoco
Banks in Charleston
21 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
BB&T Operations Center
Chase
Chase
City National Bank
City National Bank
City National Bank
City National Bank
Fifth Third Bank
Huntington Bank
Huntington Bank
Members Choice West Virginia Federal Credit Union
One Valley Bank
Peoples Bank
State Credit Union
Summit Community Bank
SunTrust
Truist
Truist
Truist
United Bank
WesBanco
Shopping Malls in Charleston
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Charleston Transit Mall
Gyms in Charleston
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Revolution Training
The Folded Leaf Yoga & Wellness Center
Golf Courses in Charleston
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cato Park Golf Course
Breweries in Charleston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadway | , Home, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar and Gay Bar, Venues, Drinking places, WV>Bar, WV>Gay Bar, Bar and | 210 Leon Sullivan Way | Visit | |
| Pepsi Bottling Group | Beverage Manufacturers, Beverages, Bottlers, (1), Nitro Beverages Manufacturers, Nitro, WV, Nitro, B | 100 Independent Ave | 3047559741 | Visit |
Nursing Homes in Charleston
5 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COLUMBIA ST. FRANCIS HOSPITAL 333 LAIDLEY STREET |
Non profit - Corporation | 29 | 5 | 5/5 | — | — | 2/5 | 3043476500 |
| THE ARTHUR B HODGES CENTER 300 BAKER LANE |
Non profit - Corporation | 20 | 18 | 5/5 | — | 4/5 | 3/5 | 3043462323 |
| EASTBROOK CENTER LLC 3819 CHESTERFIELD AVENUE |
For profit - Corporation | 184 | 128 | 3/5 | — | 3/5 | 4/5 | 3049254771 |
| MEADOWBROOK ACRES 2149 GREENBRIER STREET |
For profit - Corporation | 60 | 57 | 3/5 | — | 4/5 | 4/5 | 3043444268 |
| OAK RIDGE CENTER 1000 ASSOCIATION DRIVE |
For profit - Partnership | 74 | 71 | 2/5 | — | 3/5 | 5/5 | 3043474372 |
Pharmacies in Charleston
31 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ADVANCE PHARMACY SERVICES | 1418 MACCORKLE AVENUE SOUTHWEST | 304-348-1407 |
| BEEWELL PHARMACY | 4501 MACCORKLE AVENUE SOUTHWEST | 304-766-8484 |
| CHARLESTON AREA MEDICAL CENTER | 3200 MACCORKLE AVENUE SOUTHEAST | 304-388-9547 |
| CVS - 4127 | 1327 PLAZA EAST | 304-343-9497 |
| CVS - 4207 | 4205 MACCORKLE AVENUE | 304-925-0786 |
| DRUG EMPORIUM | 5101 MACCORKLE AVENUE SOUTHEAST | 304-925-8022 |
| DRUG EMPORIUM | 1603 KANAWHA BOULEVARD WEST | 304-345-3784 |
| FRUTH EXPRESS - 25 | 701 LEE STREET EAST | 304-720-8341 |
| FRUTH PHARMACY - 14 | 864 OAKWOOD ROAD | 304-343-2807 |
| HIGHLAND PHARMACY | 511 MORRIS STREET | 304-341-0257 |
| KINES FAMILY PHARMACY | 6097 SISSONVILLE DRIVE | 304-984-1001 |
| KMART | 1701 4TH AVENUE WEST | 304-346-0820 |
| KMART | 6531 MACCORKLE AVENUE | 304-925-4721 |
| KROGER | 1100 FLEDDERJOHN ROAD | 304-342-8832 |
| KROGER | 5717 MACCORKLE AVENUE SOUTHEAST | 304-925-8400 |
| KROGER | 500 DELAWARE AVENUE | 304-342-6916 |
| LOOP COMPOUNDING PHARMACY | 4918 MACCORKLE AVENUE SOUTHWEST | 304-720-7866 |
| MEDICAL CENTER PHARMACY | 3100 MACCORKLE AVENUE SOUTHEAST | 304-344-8021 |
| MOUNTAIN STATE VITAL CARE | 4401 MACCORKLE AVENUE | 304-414-3660 |
| RITE AID - 1562 | 1301 WASHINGTON STREET EAST | 304-346-9382 |
| RITE AID - 294 | 6401 SISSONVILLE DRIVE | 304-984-9597 |
| RITE AID - 934 | 3801 MACCORKLE AVENUE SOUTHEAST | 304-925-2168 |
| RITE AID - 935 | 406 WEST WASHINGTON STREET | 304-343-8807 |
| RITE AID - 944 | 1015 BRIDGE ROAD | 304-344-2030 |
| RITE AID - 948 | 1719 WEST WASHINGTON STREET | 304-344-2565 |
| RXBYTEL | 425 WEST WASHINGTON STREET | 304-342-6001 |
| TARGET | 30 RHL BOULEVARD | 304-746-0820 |
| TRIVILLIANS PHARMACY | 215 35TH STREET | 304-343-8621 |
| WAL-MART CLINIC PHARMACY - 2219 | 2500 CHEROKEE AVENUE SOUTHEAST | 304-342-0166 |
| WALGREENS - 12454 | 655 WEST WASHINGTON STREET | 304-342-1798 |
| WEST VIRGINIA HEALTH RIGHT | 1520 WASHINGTON STREET | 304-414-5933 |
EV Charging Stations in Charleston
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard by Marriott - Tesla Supercharger | 2 Kanawha Boulevard E. | Tesla | 8 | TESLA | public | |
| ASTORG AUTO JLR CHARLESTON | 5 Dudley Farms Ln | ChargePoint Network | 1 | CHADEMO J1772COMBO | public | |
| Moses Cadillac GMC Truck | 1406 WASHINGTON STREET EAST | EV Connect | 1 | J1772COMBO | public | |
| 901 Lee Street Parking | 901 Lee Street | Blink Network | 4 | J1772 | public | |
| Roxalana Hills | 700 Roxalana Hills Dr | EV Connect | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| VOLVOCHARLESTON CHARGER | 7 Dudley Farms Ln | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Yeager Airport - Long Term Parking Garage | 100 Airport Rd | Non-Networked | 12 | J1772 TESLA | public | |
| YMCA of Kanawha Valley | 100 YMCA Dr | Non-Networked | 1 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Charleston
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Grove Site .5 MI E | TOWER | 101 |
| 1401 Savage Pointe (81438) | LTOWER | 97 |
| Route 77 | TOWER | 97 |
| 1401 Savage Pointe (81438) | LTOWER | 97 |
| St. Albans Cell Site - Rt. 2 Box 9, Dry Ridge Road | TOWER | 88 |
| Turley Drive Star Route 917 (2459) | LTOWER | 73 |
| Turley Drive Star Route 917 (2459) | LTOWER | 73 |
| Ruth Cell Site - 0.3 mi NW of Childress & Chestnut Rds | GTOWER | 61 |
| Hollow Dry Branch Dr (2394) | LTOWER | 60 |
| Hollow Dry Branch Dr (2394) | LTOWER | 60 |
| WILLIS CREEK RD (2399) | LTOWER | 55 |
| WILLIS CREEK RD (2399) | LTOWER | 55 |
| HAINES BRANCH RD (2407) | LTOWER | 55 |
| HAINES BRANCH RD (2407) | LTOWER | 55 |
Fire Stations in Charleston
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston Fire Department | 808 Virginia ST W | Career | 304-348-8137 | ||
| Institute Volunteer Fire Department | 301 Dubois ST | Volunteer | 304-768-6678 | ||
| Loudendale Volunteer Fire Department | RTE 2 Box 266-A | Volunteer | 304-343-3481 | ||
| Malden Volunteer Fire Department Inc. | 3924 Malden DR | Volunteer | 304-925-9093 | ||
| Rano Volunteer Fire Department | 5308 Church DR | Volunteer | 304-925-3822 | ||
| Sissonville Fire Department, Inc. | 383 Call RD | Volunteer | 304-984-0674 |
Power Plants Near Charleston
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE CHARLESTON CLEAN ENERGY FACILITY | LANDFILL GAS | NOT AVAILABLE | -81.6 | NOT AVAILABLE |
Bridges in Charleston
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1975 | 124 | 133,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1974 | 133 | 108,200 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1974 | 190 | 100,300 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Concrete continuous | 1975 | 1,746 | 99,696 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1974 | 169 | 95,100 | G | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1975 | 2,247 | 66,000 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1974 | 1,233 | 62,100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1974 | 63 | 61,900 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Steel continuous | 1975 | 2,367 | 57,900 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1974 | 176 | 50,900 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Steel continuous | 1975 | 2,141 | 50,300 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1976 | 177 | 47,700 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Steel continuous | 1975 | 1,560 | 42,345 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Steel continuous | 1975 | 816 | 42,345 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Steel continuous | 1975 | 1,464 | 42,345 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Steel continuous | 1975 | 927 | 42,345 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel continuous | 1971 | 25 | 41,700 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1976 | 366 | 41,500 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Steel continuous | 1975 | 1,427 | 40,862 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Steel continuous | 1975 | 1,635 | 40,862 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1972 | 134 | 26,600 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 1974 | 162 | 25,700 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Prestressed concrete | 1975 | 145 | 25,700 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1972 | 132 | 23,200 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1976 | 347 | 23,100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1974 | 142 | 23,100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1978 | 101 | 23,100 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel continuous | 1971 | 33 | 21,300 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1974 | 63 | 17,800 | F | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1930 | 1,769 | 15,950 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1956 | 26 | 15,900 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1964 | 28 | 14,100 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1999 | 358 | 13,534 | F | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel continuous | 1976 | 1,384 | 13,300 | F | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 1936 | 1,146 | 13,192 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1975 | 298 | 13,028 | F | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel continuous | 1938 | 507 | 12,802 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Steel continuous | 1975 | 537 | 12,662 | F | |
| Tee Beam | Concrete | 1943 | 176 | 11,600 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1974 | 339 | 11,550 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1978 | 318 | 11,550 | F | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel continuous | 1975 | 1,326 | 11,400 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1978 | 324 | 10,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1976 | 477 | 8,900 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Steel continuous | 1975 | 825 | 8,869 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1972 | 301 | 8,481 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1972 | 301 | 8,481 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2006 | 68 | 8,100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2006 | 68 | 7,900 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2014 | 124 | 7,900 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1975 | 771 | 7,433 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1975 | 394 | 7,424 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1991 | 487 | 7,000 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Steel continuous | 1975 | 1,350 | 6,733 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1976 | 328 | 6,203 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1955 | 625 | 6,200 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete continuous | 1975 | 381 | 6,078 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2019 | 152 | 6,000 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1972 | 516 | 5,700 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete continuous | 1975 | 423 | 5,700 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1992 | 427 | 5,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1975 | 456 | 5,500 | F | |
| Arch (Thru) | Steel | 1939 | 426 | 5,300 | F | |
| Arch (Deck) | Concrete | 1939 | 52 | 5,000 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Steel continuous | 1975 | 526 | 4,796 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Steel continuous | 1975 | 423 | 4,500 | G | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Steel continuous | 1975 | 289 | 4,387 | F | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel continuous | 1975 | 451 | 4,354 | F | |
| Box Beam (Single/Spread) | Steel continuous | 1975 | 470 | 4,073 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1975 | 112 | 4,000 | F | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel continuous | 1975 | 451 | 3,900 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1975 | 422 | 3,800 | F | |
| Arch (Deck) | Concrete continuous | 1924 | 181 | 2,500 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1971 | 92 | 2,400 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1971 | 256 | 2,400 | P | |
| Culvert | Steel continuous | 1971 | 38 | 2,200 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1974 | 110 | 2,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1974 | 95 | 2,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 2014 | 134 | 2,000 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1955 | 123 | 1,867 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2000 | 131 | 1,500 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1991 | 59 | 1,100 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1996 | 64 | 1,100 | G | |
| Truss (Thru) | Steel | 2010 | 110 | 850 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel continuous | 1971 | 32 | 750 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1972 | 38 | 700 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1964 | 33 | 700 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1989 | 72 | 650 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1971 | 27 | 650 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2019 | 48 | 650 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2022 | 74 | 600 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1972 | 40 | 550 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1958 | 31 | 450 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1988 | 76 | 450 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2001 | 24 | 450 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1989 | 39 | 350 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2016 | 72 | 350 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2009 | 78 | 350 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1986 | 34 | 100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1971 | 96 | 80 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1981 | 31 | 40 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1997 | 48 | 40 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1971 | 30 | 20 | P |
Correctional Facilities in Charleston
| Name | Address | Type | Population | Capacity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL JAIL | 1001 CENTRE WAY | COUNTY | 478 | 372 | OPEN |
| CHARLESTON CORRECTIONAL CENTER | 1356 HANSFORD STREET | STATE | -999 | 128 | OPEN |
| CHARLESTON WORK RELEASE CENTER | 607 BROOKS ST | STATE | 66 | CLOSED |
Amtrak Stations in Charleston
1 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Charleston, WV | 350 MacCorkle Avenue - Southeast | TRAIN |
Airports Near Charleston
23 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Raleigh County Memorial Airport | BKW | Medium Airport |
| Yeager Airport | CRW | Medium Airport |
| Bellville Dam Landing Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Bocamanu Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Boggs Field | — | Small Airport |
| Crazy Horse Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fayette Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gallia Meigs Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jackson County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kee Field | — | Small Airport |
| Kurt's Field | — | Small Airport |
| Lee Massey Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lieving Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Logan County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mallory Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mason County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| New River Gorge Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ona Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Robert Newlon Field | — | Small Airport |
| Slate Run Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Southern West Virginia Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Stanger To Blue Waters Ultralight Flightpark | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Charleston
12 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | ||
| Saint Albans Police Department | 613 MacCorkle Avenue | |
| 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 Charleston
40 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| 7-Eleven 35904H | Convenience Store | 1630 Washington St E |
| 7-Eleven 35933J | Convenience Store | 1300 Bigley Ave |
| Bigley Piggly Wiggly | Super Store | 10 Spring St |
| Capitol Market | Farmers and Markets | 800 Smith St |
| CVS 2148 | Other | 885 Oakwood Rd |
| Dollar General 12036 | Other | 1555 Washington St E |
| Dollar General 15622 | Other | 2615 Pennsylvania Ave |
| Dollar General 16934 | Other | 2384 Sissonville Dr |
| Dollar General 22994 | Other | 1719 W. Washington Street |
| Dollar General 23092 | Other | 724 Virginia St W |
| Dollar Tree 5621 | Other | 112 Patrick Street Plz |
| Dollar Tree 7604 | Other | 1408 Bigley Ave |
| DOLLARTREE 9587 | Other | 406 Washington St W |
| Family Dollar 628 | Other | 1313 Plaza East Shopping Ctr |
| Family Dollar 8925 | Other | 727 Virginia St W |
| Family Dollar 9319 | Other | 731 Bigley Ave |
| Foodtown Deli & Grocery Llc | Convenience Store | 1500 Washington St E |
| Go Mart 24 | Convenience Store | 1626 Bigley Ave |
| Go Mart 7 | Convenience Store | 722 Bigley Ave |
| Go Mart 8 | Convenience Store | 1502 Greenbrier St |
| Johnnies Fresh Meat Market | Specialty Store | 800 Smith St |
| King Onestop Shop | Convenience Store | 236 Capitol St |
| Kroger 778 | Super Store | 500 Delaware Ave |
| Little General 4150 | Convenience Store | 301 Pennsylvania Ave |
| M & M Mart | Convenience Store | 3626 Maccorkle Ave SE |
| Miss Ruby's Corner Market | Convenience Store | 739 Central Ave |
| One Stop 8111 | Convenience Store | 129 Lee St W |
| One Stop 8129 | Convenience Store | 1962 Edens Fork Rd |
| One Stop 8508 | Convenience Store | 1639 Washington St E |
| One Stop 8514 | Convenience Store | 1402 Kanawha Blvd W |
| One Stop 8522 | Convenience Store | 289 Oakwood Rd |
| Par Mar Store 115 | Convenience Store | 841 Wahington Street West |
| Par Mar Store 116 | Convenience Store | 1503 Washington St E |
| Par Mar Store 173 | Convenience Store | 801 Greenbrier St |
| Par Mar Store 225 | Convenience Store | 306 McCorkle Avenue |
| Rich Oil 3958 | Convenience Store | 2900 Sissonville Dr |
| The Purple Onion Fruit & Veggie Co. | Specialty Store | 800 Smith St |
| Walgreens 12454 | Other | 655 Washington St W |
| Walgreens 17353 | Other | 1301 Washington St E |
| Walgreens 17408 | Other | 1015 Bridge Rd |
Post Offices in Charleston
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Stonewall New | 401 Virginia Street |
| United States Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Charleston
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| AppleGate Recovery | Substance Abuse | 681-205-8108 |
| Charleston Comprehensive Trt Ctr - Charleston Treatment Center LLC | Substance Abuse | 304-344-5924 |
| Chesapeake Healthcare Center | Both | 304-220-2111 |
| KVC West Virginia | Mental Health | 304-532-4840 |
| Lotus Recovery Centers | Substance Abuse | 888-918-2408 |
| REA of Hope Fellowship Home | Substance Abuse | 304-344-5363 |
| Thomas Memorial Hospital - SouthWay Outpatient Services | Substance Abuse | 304-766-4560 |
| Union Mission Addiction Recovery Prog | Both | 304-925-0366 |
| Wise Path Recovery Centers | Both | 866-860-9772 |
DOL Wage Violations in Charleston
175 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $1,713,599 in back wages owed to 2,868 employees.
175
Violations
$1,713,599
Back Wages Owed
2,868
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WV Regional Jail Authority | SIGNIFICANT | — | 25301 | — | 2 | $420,856 | $594 | 708 |
| Ben's Creek Operations WV LLC | — | — | 25301 | — | 1 | $76,952 | $1,749 | 44 |
| Highland Hospital | — | — | 25364 | — | 1 | $76,407 | $701 | 109 |
| Greenbrier Medical | — | — | 25302 | — | 1 | $72,799 | $4,044 | 18 |
| WV Office of Miners� Health, Safety &Training | — | — | 25311 | — | 1 | $57,396 | $8,199 | 7 |
| BrooAlexa LLC | — | — | 25311 | — | 1 | $56,699 | $8,100 | 7 |
| Charleston Kanawha Housing Authority | — | — | 25321 | — | 1 | $48,349 | $4,835 | 10 |
| Hava Transportation | — | — | 25301 | — | 1 | $48,262 | $447 | 108 |
| Arc of Three Rivers | — | — | 25301 | — | 1 | $42,968 | $1,482 | 29 |
| Arc of The Three Rivers, Inc. | — | — | 25301 | — | 1 | $42,152 | $1,505 | 28 |
| Moon Landscaping | — | — | 25320 | — | 1 | $28,958 | $1,259 | 23 |
| WV Regional Jail & Correctional Facility Auth | — | — | 25301 | — | 1 | $28,699 | $9,566 | 3 |
| Drug Emporium #2 | — | — | 25387 | — | 1 | $28,473 | $7,118 | 4 |
| Buck Security, Inc. | — | — | 25302 | — | 1 | $23,253 | $388 | 60 |
| AE Associates, LTD | — | — | 25312 | — | 1 | $22,713 | $2,524 | 9 |
| Pomeroy IT Solutions | — | — | 25313 | — | 1 | $21,970 | $3,139 | 7 |
| Subway | — | Subway | 25304 | — | 1 | $21,247 | $664 | 32 |
| Bell Law Firm | — | — | 25301 | — | 1 | $20,990 | $6,997 | 3 |
| Vista View Apartments, LP | — | — | 25311 | — | 3 | $20,790 | $1,223 | 17 |
| COREY BROTHERS, INC [OSHA] | — | — | 25301 | Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Merchant Wholesalers | 1 | $20,735 | $3,456 | 6 |
| Cabot Oil & Gas Corp | — | — | 25301 | — | 1 | $18,121 | $129 | 140 |
| DIVERSIFIED CONTRACTORS, INC. | — | — | 25301 | — | 2 | $15,851 | $689 | 23 |
| Charleston Mortuary Service | — | — | 25361 | — | 1 | $15,828 | $1,759 | 9 |
| ESTES EXPRESS LINES, INC. [OSHA] | — | Estes Express Lines | 25387 | Local Messengers and Local Delivery | 1 | $15,467 | $7,734 | 2 |
| Highland Health Center | — | — | 25304 | — | 1 | $14,966 | $356 | 42 |
| Allied Home Mortgage | — | — | 25314 | — | 1 | $14,479 | $4,826 | 3 |
| Highlands Drilling LLC | — | — | 25301 | — | 1 | $14,342 | $281 | 51 |
| Fort Hill Child Development Center | — | — | 25314 | — | 2 | $13,471 | $842 | 16 |
| LA Weight Loss | — | — | 25314 | — | 1 | $13,384 | $637 | 21 |
| Shoney's of Charleston | — | — | 25301 | — | 1 | $13,024 | $289 | 45 |
| Synergy Health | — | — | 25301 | — | 1 | $12,992 | $565 | 23 |
| All Quality Construction | — | — | 25312 | — | 1 | $12,161 | $869 | 14 |
| WV Dept. of Transportation - Div. of Highways | — | — | 25305 | — | 1 | $11,784 | $368 | 32 |
| Mountain State Recovery Center | — | — | 25387 | — | 1 | $11,434 | $1,906 | 6 |
| Welding, Inc | — | — | 25302 | — | 1 | $10,991 | $256 | 43 |
| Adelphia Sports Bar & Grille | — | — | 25301 | — | 2 | $10,783 | $112 | 96 |
| Straight Transportation Services, Inc. | — | — | 25313 | — | 1 | $10,263 | $641 | 16 |
| MidAtlantic Postal Express | — | — | 25301 | — | 1 | $10,128 | $1,688 | 6 |
| National Travel Service Inc. | — | — | 25301 | — | 1 | $10,042 | $558 | 18 |
| GoodWill Industries | — | — | 25302 | — | 2 | $9,289 | $929 | 10 |
| Brit Tire Company | — | — | 25387 | — | 1 | $8,535 | $1,422 | 6 |
| Coonskin Park | — | — | 25311 | — | 1 | $8,405 | $560 | 15 |
| Lola's | — | — | 25314 | — | 1 | $8,309 | $554 | 15 |
| Gestamp | — | Gestamp | 25309 | — | 1 | $8,209 | $432 | 19 |
| United Talent LLC | — | — | 25301 | — | 1 | $6,937 | $98 | 71 |
| Dream Home Assisted Living | — | — | 25313 | — | 1 | $6,314 | $486 | 13 |
| Progressive Electric | — | — | 25336 | — | 1 | $5,975 | $5,975 | 1 |
| Edgewood Summit | — | — | 25302 | — | 1 | $5,908 | $109 | 54 |
| Hard Rock Exploration, Inc. | — | — | 25312 | — | 1 | $5,772 | $5,772 | 1 |
| KOI Auto Parts | — | — | 25302 | — | 1 | $5,643 | $806 | 7 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Charleston
91 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| A MORE EXCELLENT WAY MINISTRIES WORLDWIDE INC | 504 VIRGINIA ST W |
| ABUNDANT LIFE MINISTRIES | PO BOX 11040 |
| AQUARIAN UNIVERSAL SPIRITUALIST CHURCH | PO BOX 6006 |
| ASSEMBLY OF GOD | 1703 BIGLEY AVE |
| BIBLE CENTER CHURCH | 1111 OAKHURST DR |
| BIG CHIMNEY BAPTIST CHURCH | 4626 ELK SHORE DR |
| BREATH OF FRESHNESS MINISTRIES INC | 5815 ELAINE DR |
| BROTHERS IN THE CROSS | 38 PINNACLE DR |
| CABIN CREEK HEALTH CENTER INC | 104 ALEX LN |
| CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH | PO BOX 6008 |
| CALVARY CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE | 1113 LAKEWOOD DR |
| CATALYZE INC | 109 CYRUS PT |
| CHARLESTON BAPTIST TEMPLE | 209 MORRIS ST |
| CHARLESTON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL | 1033 VIRGINIA ST E |
| CHARLESTON CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CHURCH | 12049 MACCORKLE AVE |
| CHARLSTON LIGHTHOUSE WORSHIP CENTER | PO BOX 13425 |
| CHESAPEAKE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH | 24 130TH ST |
| CHRIST CHURCH UNITED METHODIST | 1221 QUARRIER ST |
| CHRISTIAN ALLIANCE CHURCH | 2740 PENNSYLVANIA AVE |
| CONGREGATION BNAI JACOB | 1599 VIRGINIA ST E |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Charleston
What is the population of Charleston?
Charleston has a population of 47,918 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 1,526 people per square mile, spread across 32.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.
Is Charleston expensive to live in?
Charleston 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 $64,512, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $187,300 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $898 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Charleston safe?
Public safety is a concern in Charleston, with a violent crime rate of 1,227 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,561 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Charleston receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Charleston?
Charleston 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 Charleston?
Charleston has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. 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 18 minutes, and 11.2% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Charleston?
The median home value in Charleston is $187,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,399. For renters, the median monthly rent is $898. Fair market rent is $766 for a 1-bedroom and $945 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 62.8%. The average annual property tax is $3,391.
How are the schools in Charleston?
Schools in Charleston score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 44.1% of adults in Charleston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. 21.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Charleston?
The obesity rate in Charleston is 40.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 29.1% are physically inactive. 30.5% of residents report depression. 7.7% 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 Charleston?
The average commute in Charleston is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 70.7% of workers drive alone to work, 2.1% use public transit, and 11.2% work from home.
What are the demographics of Charleston?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Charleston is 76.6% White, 11.8% Black or African American, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 95.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.9% speak Spanish. 5.7% of the population are military veterans. 19.1% of residents have a disability. 94.8% have health insurance coverage.
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