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Cheat Lake, WV

West Virginia · Preston County · Morgantown Metro

Cheat Lake is a small city in West Virginia with a population of 10,485. Residents earn $111,379 per year, which is 48% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
10,485 Population 731/sq mi density
$111,379 Median Income $65,868 per capita
$345,500 Home Value $271,933 Zillow
$1,113 Median Rent 29.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
260 Violent Crime/100K 2,553 property/100K
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$111,379 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$345,500 home value, $1,113/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
260 violent crimes/100K (31% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
58.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $111,379
48% higher than US avg
Home Value $345,500
23% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 260/100K
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 58.7%
74% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,113
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,485
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density731/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$111,379
Per Capita$65,868
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$1,012M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$345,500
Rent$1,113
Ownership80.2%
Zillow$271,933
Housing Units4,408
Rent Burden29.3%

Crime

F
Violent260/100K
Property2,553/100K

Health

Obesity29.3%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking10.5%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,282 ft (391 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+58.7%
High School+97.7%
Graduate+36.7%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 20%
Commute23 min
Broadband93.9%
EV Stations18
Libraries2

Is Cheat Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cheat Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Cheat Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cheat Lake is $111,379, which is significantly higher than the national average / 48% above $75,149. This places Cheat Lake among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cheat Lake is $345,500, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,113 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Cheat Lake is below the national average at 260 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,553 per 100,000, 30% above the national average.

Education

Cheat Lake is a highly educated community / 58.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Cheat Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Cheat Lake has a population of 10,485 with a density of 731 people per square mile, spread across 15.8 square miles. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (90.1%), with 3.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.2% of residents. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 9.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 96.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,485
Total Population
731
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
15.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cheat Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cheat Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cheat Lake is $111,379, which is 48% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $65,868 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,065, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 884 business establishments, including 31 restaurants. The cost of living index is 89.5, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cheat Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$111,379
48% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,868
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$58,346
Gini Index0.416 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)884
County GDP$1,012M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare53
Retail78
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,185
38% below US avg
Cost of Living89.50 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Cheat Lake is $345,500, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,933, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.8% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,113 (4% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $766 for a one-bedroom to $945 for a two-bedroom apartment. 80.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,408 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1992. The average annual property tax is $2,185 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 29.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$345,500
23% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$271,933
Median List Price$377,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$377,000
$/Sq Ft$198
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops14.9%
Inventory47

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,113
4% below US avg
Rent Burden29.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.2%
Owner-Occupied80.2%
Renter-Occupied19.8%
Housing Units4,408
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,185
38% below US avg
Effective Rate0.63%
In Cheat Lake, 29.3% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 4.6% of residents, below the national average. 30.1% have high blood pressure. 10.5% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.0% report binge drinking. 17.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 27.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.4% experience frequent mental distress. 5.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,643. The dentist ratio is 1:3,797. 45.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-28)

PM2.5
8.7
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
9.2
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
4.5
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
68.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
1.0
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
144.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Cheat Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.5%
25% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity17.7%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,643
Dentists1:3,797
Mental Health1:2,623
Checkup Rate78.6%
Dental Visits72.1%
Premature Death11,315/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities53
Cheat Lake has a violent crime rate of 260 per 100,000 residents, 31% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,553 per 100,000, 30% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cheat Lake receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent260.4/100K
31% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,552.8/100K
30% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Cheat Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°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 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 1,282 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,282 ft (391 m)
Area15.8 sq mi (41.0 km²)
Population Density731/sq mi
Coordinates39.6636°N, 79.8481°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyPreston County County
Nearest AirportArnold Palmer Regional (LBE)
48 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.2"
14% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.65"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.80"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score33.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability60.7 / 100
Community Resilience37.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

23 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.9 on May 9, 2025.

Jun 3, 2017 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio M3.4 127 km
Mar 31, 2013 West Virginia M3.4 142 km
Apr 4, 2010 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia M3.4 150 km
Apr 22, 2025 3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio M3.1 142 km
Aug 31, 2011 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio M3.1 140 km
Apr 24, 2025 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio M3.1 147 km
Apr 2, 2017 5 km W of Graysville, Ohio M3.0 119 km
May 9, 2025 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio M2.9 147 km
Apr 29, 2025 1 km SE of Pleasant City, Ohio M2.8 146 km
Feb 3, 2025 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio M2.8 136 km
Aug 31, 2011 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia M2.8 125 km
Jul 30, 2013 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.8 129 km
Apr 29, 2010 7 km W of Gassaway, West Virginia M2.7 141 km
Jul 20, 2013 6 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.7 124 km
Aug 16, 2013 13 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.6 131 km
Apr 29, 2010 3 km WNW of Gassaway, West Virginia M2.6 137 km
May 7, 2010 14 km WSW of Gassaway, West Virginia M2.6 150 km
Sep 4, 2011 3 km N of Saint Marys, West Virginia M2.6 119 km
Oct 16, 2000 West Virginia M2.5 147 km
Apr 29, 2010 5 km NNW of Gassaway, West Virginia M2.5 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

181 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 6 fatalities, 264 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998 EF4 69 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 66 km 1
Oct 1, 1986 EF3 90 km 0
Jun 3, 1980 EF3 16 km 0
Jul 11, 1976 EF3 82 km 1
May 19, 1967 EF3 55 km 1
Aug 3, 1963 EF3 73 km 2
Jun 26, 2024 EF2 83 km 0
May 11, 2024 EF2 70 km 0
Aug 25, 2023 EF2 46 km 0
Aug 1, 2022 EF2 71 km 0
Oct 21, 2021 EF2 84 km 0
Oct 2, 2018 EF2 66 km 0
Mar 23, 2011 EF2 69 km 0
Jun 2, 1998 EF2 20 km 0
Jun 2, 1998 EF2 75 km 0
Jun 2, 1998 EF2 57 km 0
Aug 15, 1997 EF2 87 km 0
Jun 30, 1990 EF2 57 km 0
Oct 1, 1986 EF2 30 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

3 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: NEW CREEK MTN (1,689 ac, 2001).

Year Name Acres Distance
2001 NEW CREEK MTN 1,689 90 km
2001 SOUTH BRANCH 519 98 km
2005 UNNAMED 510 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 3.0 in
February 31°F (-0°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 40°F (5°C) 4.0 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
May 60°F (15°C) 4.3 in
June 68°F (20°C) 4.3 in
July 74°F (23°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 4.2 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
October 53°F (11°C) 3.0 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.5 in

Cheat Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 31°F in February to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (2.8").

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Cheat Lake is located in Preston County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 58.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. 36.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 77.5% of the vote, a 57-point margin. 93.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 18 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 53 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 20.5%

Winner: Republican by 57 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+58.7%
74% above US avg
High School+97.7%
Graduate Degree+36.7%
School Test Score4.51
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density731/sq mi
Total Area15.8 sq mi
CountyPreston County County

Services

Broadband Access93.9%
Avg Download Speed84.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed40.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations18
Alt Fuel Stations24
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants31
Retail Stores78

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%
Average costs for common services in Cheat Lake. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

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

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

Home Services

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

Legal

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

Personal Care

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

Food & Grocery

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

Electricity (Monthly) $125 ($72–$224)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $63 ($27–$134)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $63 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $63 ($36–$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$90)
Cable TV (Monthly) $76 ($45–$134)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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$792
Toddler$752
Preschool$770
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$692
Toddler$583
Preschool$583
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Preston 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 1,062 199 $44,639 1.03
Construction 1,020 110 $68,050 2.70
Retail Trade 782 84 $31,322 1.09
Manufacturing 534 27 $60,604 0.90
Accommodation & Food Services 448 40 $21,152 0.68
Professional & Technical Services 187 70 $65,162 0.37
Other Services 185 47 $34,269 0.85
Transportation & Warehousing 162 35 $61,087 0.53
Finance & Insurance 148 32 $65,888 0.51
Information & Technology 121 24 $71,299 0.90
Arts & Entertainment 102 16 $18,381 0.84
Utilities 65 7 $94,961 2.37
Wholesale Trade 55 28 $62,348 0.19
Real Estate 29 24 $46,626 0.26
Educational Services 7 7 $57,659 0.05
Unclassified 3 2 $18,039 0.30

Radio Stations near Cheat Lake

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WJPA MP3 96 kbps

Campgrounds Near Cheat Lake

6 campgrounds found near Cheat Lake.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Youghiogheny Recreation Area 5.0/5 1 $65
HORSESHOE RECREATION AREA 4.6/5 8 $17–$85
OUTFLOW CAMPING 4.4/5 66 $25–$65
MILL RUN RECREATION AREA 4.3/5 30 $20
Somerfield North Recreation Area 1 $65
Tygart Lake Shelter 1 $50

National Parks Near Cheat Lake

45 national parks and monuments found near Cheat Lake.

ParkTypeFee
Allegheny Islands State Park State Park Free
Audra State Park State Park Free
Big Run Sp State Park Free
Blackwater Falls State Park State Park Free
Canaan Valley Resort State Park State Park Free
Casselman River Bridge Sp State Park Free
Cathedral State Park State Park Free
Coopers Rock State Park (Mont Chateau??) State Park Free
Dans Mountain State Park State Park Free
Deep Creek Lake Nrma State Park Free
Deep Creek Lake Sp State Park Free
Fairfax Stone State Park State Park Free
Flight 93 National Memorial National Memorial Free
Fort Necessity National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Friendship Hill National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Grave Creek Mound State Park State Park Free
Herrington Manor Sp State Park Free
Hillman State Park State Park Free
Holly River State Park State Park Free
Jefferson Lake State Park State Park Free
Keystone State Park State Park Free
Kooser State Park State Park Free
Laurel Hill State Park State Park Free
Laurel Mountain State Park State Park Free
Laurel Ridge State Park State Park Free
Laurel Summit State Park State Park Free
Linn Run State Park State Park Free
Lost River State Park State Park Free
New Germany Sp State Park Free
Ohiopyle State Park State Park Free
Point State Park State Park Free
Pricketts Fort State Park State Park Free
Raccoon Creek State Park State Park Free
Ryerson Station State Park State Park Free
Sang Run State Park State Park Free
Stonewall Resort State Park State Park Free
Swallow Falls Sp State Park Free
Tomlinson Run State Park State Park Free
Tygart Lake State Park State Park Free
Valley Falls State Park State Park Free
Watters Smith Memorial State Park State Park Free
Wolf Den Run Sp State Park Free
Yellow Creek State Park State Park Free
Youghiogheny River Natural Environment Area State Park Free
Youghiogheny Wild River Nea State Park Free

Trails Near Cheat Lake

4 trails found near Cheat Lake.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
LOSH TRAIL 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DORMAN RIDGE TRAIL 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MCKINLEY RUN TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TWO CAMP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Cheat Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
TOUCHSTONE CENTER FOR CRAFTSGENERAL MUSEUM1049 WHARTON FURNACE ROAD7243291370$998,857
WEST VIRGINIA BOTANIC GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1061 TYRONE RD3043762717$110,052
ARTHURDALE HERITAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATIONQ & A ROAD W VIRGINIA 923048643959$85,960
FAYETTE COUNTY SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM7244382682$36,763
ART MUSEUM OF WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITYART MUSEUM3042930111
AURORA LIGHTSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
BRUCETON - BRANDONVILLE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION788 HOBERT BENSON RD
CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY MUSEUM OF WEST VIRGINIACHILDREN'S MUSEUM5000 GREENBAG ROAD3042924646
COOK-HAYMAN PHARMACY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3042935101
CORE ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3042935201
CREATIVE ARTS CENTER GALLERIESART MUSEUM
FAYETTE COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION24 JEFFERSON STREET
FORT MANSON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7245838849
JACKSON'S MILL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
MON VALLEY RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MONONGALIA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MORGAN TOWN GLASS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3042912957
MORGANTOWN HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM175 KIRK STREET3043191800
OLD MORGANTOWN GLASS COLLECTORS GUILDART MUSEUM
PRESTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3047896990
RIVERFRONT MUSEUMSGENERAL MUSEUM709 BEECHURST AVE
ROYCE J. AND CAROLINE B. WATTS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
SCOTTS RUN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3045991931
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY HERBARIUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3042934961

Libraries in Cheat Lake

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MORGANTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY373 SPRUCE STREET0.0292,297
UNIONTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY24 JEFFERSON ST0.089,901
FLENNIKEN PUBLIC LIBRARY102 EAST GEORGE ST0.038,320
KINGWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY205 WEST MAIN ST0.032,392
GERMAN MASONTOWN PUB LIBRARY104 S. MAIN STREET0.012,617

Farmers Markets in Cheat Lake

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bruceton Farmers' MarketBruceton School Morgantown St.Visit
Bruceton Mills Farmers MarketAcross from the Fire Hall
Downtown Uniontown Farmers MarketMain Street
Greensboro Farmers MarketVisit
Kingwood Farmer's Market111 E Main Street06/10/2017 to 09/23/2017Sat: 9:00 AM-11:00 AM;
Masontown Farmers Market N Water St. and Virginia Ave
Morgantown Farmers Market503 North High Street11/16/2013 to 04/05/2014Sat: 11:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Morgantown Farmers' Market400 Spruce Street05/04/2013 to 11/02/2013Sat: 8:30 AM-12:00 PM;Visit

Hotels in Cheat Lake

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Cranberry

Restaurants in Cheat Lake

10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apple Annies
Backyard BBQ
Cafe Oliverio
Dockside Grille
Fox's Pizza Den
Morgantown Draft Restaurant and Bar
Ruby & Ketchy's Restaurant
Super Red Bowl
Tropics
Whippoorwill Bar & Grill

Cafes in Cheat Lake

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Almost Heaven Desserts & Coffee Shop

Clinics in Cheat Lake

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #11870952757

Veterinaries in Cheat Lake

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cheat Lake Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Cheat Lake

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ashbrooke Exxon
BFS
BFS Foods

Banks in Cheat Lake

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BB&T Bank
MVB Bank
United Federal Credit Union

Gyms in Cheat Lake

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pierpont Church Gym
Planet Fitness
US #586738765

Golf Courses in Cheat Lake

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa Lakeview Course
Lakeview Golf Resort and Spa Mountainview Course

Breweries in Cheat Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Chestnut Brew WorksBrewers444 Brockway Ave3042125079
Firkin and FoxBars & Pubs, Restaurants, Brewers, Wineries1085 Van Voorhis Rd3045993475
Morgantown Brewing CoBrewers132 Tower Ln3042926958Visit
Mountain State Brewing CoBars, Caterers, Restaurants, Pubs, Pub, Breweries, Pizza Place, Pizza54 Clay St3042411976Visit
Wallnut Street Partners LLCMorgantown, WV, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Morgantown Brewers' Grain, (2), (1), Morgantown, WV1291 University Ave3043761869
West Virginia Brewing CoMorgantown, Venues, Bar, WV, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Morgantown Brewers, (1), , (2)1293 University Ave3042929731

Cell Towers in Cheat Lake

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2095 Sand Springs Road (96954)GTOWER150
2095 Sand Springs Road (96954)GTOWER150
187 Spotted Pony Road (107372)LTOWER99
164 Jumonville Road (96218)GTOWER88
164 Jumonville RoadTOWER88
Off State Route 7 (I Road, Caddell Mountain) (96967)GTOWER83
Off State Route 7 (I Road, Caddell Mountain) (96967)GTOWER83
519 Bald Hill Road (96204)LTOWER59

Bridges in Cheat Lake

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Truss (Deck)Steel continuous19761,96628,492F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19731806,250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19731806,250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20129685,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19762264,400F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1996313,300G
Arch (Deck)Masonry1936271,800F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Concrete19731581,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20081,3851,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20081,3851,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20111,373800F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20111,444800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2010144750G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2010315650G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20101,444650G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2011315650G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2010294650G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2010294650G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1972232350P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195025250P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1972260200F

Superfund Sites Near Cheat Lake

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ALLEGHENY ENERGY SUPPLY CO/HATFIELDS FERRY POWER STA2907 EASY ROYFURMAN HIGHWAYFAYETTE
DUKE ENERGY FAYETTE II LLC/FAYETTE ENERGY CTR100 ENERGY DRFAYETTE

Airports Near Cheat Lake

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Allegheny County AirportAGCMedium Airport
Arnold Palmer Regional AirportLBEMedium Airport
Morgantown Municipal Airport Walter L. (Bill) Hart FieldMGWMedium Airport
North Central West Virginia AirportCKBMedium Airport
Bandel AirportSmall Airport
Blomster FieldSmall Airport
Carr AirportSmall Airport
Cataney AirportSmall Airport
Cheat River Island AirportSmall Airport
Dawson Army Air FieldSmall Airport
Fairmont Municipal Airport Frankman FieldSmall Airport
Fairview AirportSmall Airport
Finleyville AirparkSmall Airport
Frame FieldSmall Airport
Garrett County AirportODMSmall Airport
Grant County AirportPGCSmall Airport
Greater Gortner AirportSmall Airport
Greene County AirportWAYSmall Airport
Greensburg Jeannette Regional AirportSmall Airport
Gregg AirportSmall Airport
Herrington FieldSmall Airport
Horne AirportSmall Airport
Inter County AirportSmall Airport
Joseph A. Hardy Connellsville AirportSmall Airport
Juergensen Airpark and Maritime Facility AirportSmall Airport
Keystone AirportSmall Airport
Larew AirportSmall Airport
Lynn AirportSmall Airport
Mckee Sky Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Moore FieldSmall Airport
Mount Pleasant/Scottdale AirportSmall Airport
Muddy Creek AirportSmall Airport
Narrigan Grass StripSmall Airport
Nemacolin AirportSmall Airport
Nolnacs AirportSmall Airport
Philippi Barbour County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Powell Kaiser AirportSmall Airport
Risker FieldSmall Airport
Rostraver AirportSmall Airport
Ruth Field STOLportSmall Airport
Seitz FieldSmall Airport
Simpson AirportSmall Airport
Skala AirportSmall Airport
Titus FieldSmall Airport
Uphill AirportSmall Airport
Upshur County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Valley Point AirportSmall Airport
Wade F Maley FieldSmall Airport
Ward's AirportSmall Airport
Washington County AirportWSGSmall Airport

Police Stations in Cheat Lake

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Fairchance Borough Building (Police Station)
Granville Police Station
Granville Police Station
Monongalia County Sheriff's Office116 Walnut Street
Morgantown Public Safety Building
University Police (WVU)

Grocery Stores in Cheat Lake

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
BFS Foods 30Convenience Store169 Fairchance Rd
Bfs Foods 93Convenience Store183 Fortress Blvd
Dollar General 19759Other2201 Cheat Rd

Treatment Centers in Cheat Lake

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bright Horizons - Adult Partial Hospitalization CRCSIMental Health724-437-0729
Chestnut Ridge Center - WVU Hospitals IncBoth304-598-6400
Cornerstone Care - Mount MorrisMental Health724-324-9001
Southwestern Behavioral Care Inc - Uniontown OfficeBoth724-430-9710
Valley Healthcare SystemBoth304-296-1731 x4406
Wise Path Recovery CentersBoth866-860-9772

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Mines
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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cheat Lake

What is the population of Cheat Lake?

Cheat Lake has a population of 10,485 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 731 people per square mile, spread across 15.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Cheat Lake expensive to live in?

Cheat Lake 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 $111,379, 48% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $345,500 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,113 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cheat Lake safe?

Cheat Lake is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 260 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,553 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cheat Lake receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cheat Lake?

Cheat Lake has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Cheat Lake?

The job market in Cheat Lake is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,065. There are 884 business establishments in the area, including 31 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 11.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cheat Lake?

The median home value in Cheat Lake is $345,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,933. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,113. Fair market rent is $766 for a 1-bedroom and $945 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 80.2%. The average annual property tax is $2,185.

How are the schools in Cheat Lake?

Schools in Cheat Lake have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 58.7% of adults in Cheat Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. 36.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cheat Lake?

The obesity rate in Cheat Lake is 29.3% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.5% of adults are smokers. 17.7% are physically inactive. 27.1% of residents report depression. 5.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 45.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,643.

What is transportation like in Cheat Lake?

The average commute in Cheat Lake is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cheat Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cheat Lake is 90.1% White, 3.9% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 96.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.8% speak Spanish. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 9.6% of residents have a disability. 96.6% have health insurance coverage.

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