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Flatwoods, WV

West Virginia · Braxton County

Flatwoods is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 404. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
404 Population 612/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $21,728 per capita
$105,200 Home Value $139,855 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 41.9% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
129 Violent Crime/100K 323 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 8.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,200 home value, $725/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
129 violent crimes/100K (66% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,200
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 129/100K
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.7%
142% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population404
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density612/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

D
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$21,728
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$417M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,200
Rent$725
Ownership71.4%
Zillow$139,855
Housing Units140
Rent Burden41.9%

Crime

F
Violent129/100K
Property323/100K

Health

Obesity42.7%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking26.3%
Depression33.2%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,230 ft (375 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score4.62

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute30 min
Broadband78.2%
EV Stations4
Libraries3

Is Flatwoods a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flatwoods receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Flatwoods has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flatwoods is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Flatwoods is $105,200, 63% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Flatwoods is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 129 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 323 per 100,000, 84% below the national average.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Flatwoods experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Flatwoods has a population of 404 with a density of 612 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.8% of residents. 3.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 82.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

404
Total Population
612
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Flatwoods vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish 2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Flatwoods vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flatwoods is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,728 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $883, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 380 business establishments, including 24 restaurants. The cost of living index is 89.5, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 6.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Flatwoods vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,728
Avg Weekly Wage$883
IRS Avg AGI$52,455
Gini Index0.412 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.7%
142% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg
Establishments (County)380
County GDP$417M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare22
Retail45
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,860
47% below US avg
Cost of Living89.50 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Flatwoods is $105,200, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,855, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $766 for a one-bedroom to $945 for a two-bedroom apartment. 71.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 140 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1958. The average annual property tax is $1,860 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 41.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,200
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,855

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden41.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.4%
Owner-Occupied71.4%
Renter-Occupied28.6%
Housing Units140
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,860
47% below US avg
Effective Rate1.77%
In Flatwoods, 42.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 15.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 8.0% of residents, above the national average. 41.5% have high blood pressure. 26.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.1% report binge drinking. 38.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 33.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 25.5% experience frequent mental distress. 12.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,041. The dentist ratio is 1:2,031. The food environment index is 7.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.7%
33% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure41.5%
Asthma12.9%
COPD12.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.3%
88% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity38.0%
Depression33.2%
Mental Distress25.5%
Physical Distress19.1%
Short Sleep44.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.7%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,041
Dentists1:2,031
Mental Health1:1,014
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits46.7%
Premature Death12,079/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Healthcare Facilities22
Flatwoods has a violent crime rate of 129 per 100,000 residents, 66% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 323 per 100,000, 84% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Flatwoods receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent129.2/100K
66% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property323.0/100K
84% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents39
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Flatwoods experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 290 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 52.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 1,230 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,230 ft (375 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density612/sq mi
Coordinates38.7170°N, 80.6525°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyBraxton County County
Nearest AirportWest Virginia International Yeager (CRW)
56 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.3"
38% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.28"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.19"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score36.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability71.3 / 100
Community Resilience24.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

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

Apr 22, 1991 14 km ESE of Falling Spring, West Virginia M3.5 95 km
Apr 24, 2009 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio M3.4 144 km
Mar 31, 2013 West Virginia M3.4 18 km
Apr 4, 2010 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia M3.4 26 km
Jun 3, 2017 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio M3.4 144 km
Sep 13, 2017 11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia M3.2 138 km
Dec 4, 2001 9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia M3.1 111 km
Apr 24, 2025 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio M3.1 150 km
Apr 22, 2025 3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio M3.1 150 km
Aug 31, 2011 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio M3.1 113 km
Apr 2, 2017 5 km W of Graysville, Ohio M3.0 117 km
Jun 28, 1991 4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia M3.0 80 km
May 9, 2025 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio M2.9 149 km
Jan 10, 2012 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia M2.8 27 km
Aug 31, 2011 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia M2.8 93 km
Feb 3, 2025 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio M2.8 97 km
May 6, 2002 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio M2.8 110 km
Jul 30, 2013 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.8 26 km
Jun 21, 2017 1 km SW of Pratt, West Virginia M2.7 87 km
Jul 20, 2013 6 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.7 28 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

58 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 21 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Oct 1, 1986 EF3 66 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 77 km 0
Jan 8, 1998 EF2 87 km 0
May 26, 1990 EF2 80 km 0
Jul 28, 1981 EF2 96 km 0
Jun 21, 1981 EF2 94 km 0
Jul 9, 1980 EF2 81 km 0
Aug 22, 1970 EF2 76 km 0
May 7, 1967 EF2 84 km 0
Feb 25, 1961 EF2 93 km 0
Mar 7, 1956 EF2 38 km 0
May 9, 2024 EF1 89 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 93 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 77 km 0
Jun 23, 2017 EF1 63 km 0
Jun 23, 2016 EF1 90 km 0
Jun 21, 2016 EF1 51 km 0
Jun 21, 2016 EF1 77 km 0
Jun 17, 2015 EF1 45 km 0
Jul 27, 2014 EF1 55 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: GAULEY MTN (13,113 ac, 1991).

Year Name Acres Distance
1991 GAULEY MTN 13,113 74 km
1991 TOMS BRANCH 11,849 91 km
1991 LEFT FORK 10,196 100 km
1991 DRY BRANCH 8,059 90 km
1987 RICK CREEK ROAD 7,740 72 km
1991 CARBANATE 6,533 79 km
1987 TUCKER HOLLOW 5,862 89 km
1991 MILBURN 4,777 97 km
1999 SCHYLER FORK 4,417 88 km
2019 UNNAMED 3,569 97 km
1991 MILK BRANCH 3,436 89 km
1991 BLUE CREEK 3,268 66 km
1991 EIGHTMILE FORK 3,263 79 km
1991 CHELYAN 3,256 100 km
1999 GAULEY MT2 3,223 75 km
1991 SIMMONS CREEK 3,108 91 km
1991 JOHNSON BRANCH 2,963 96 km
1999 KUNS BRANCH 2,475 65 km
2018 LOCKRIDGE RX 2,473 89 km
2024 RAMSHORN-GUINN RIDGES RX 2,469 87 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 3.4 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 3.2 in Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 4.1 in
April 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.5 in
June 69°F (20°C) 4.5 in
July 75°F (24°C) 5.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 4.5 in
September 65°F (19°C) 3.9 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.8 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.7 in

Flatwoods has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 33°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.3") and February the driest (3.2").

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Flatwoods is located in Braxton County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 9.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 75.1% of the vote, a 51.9-point margin. 78.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 22 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.2%

Winner: Republican by 51.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents39
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score4.62
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density612/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi
CountyBraxton County County

Services

Broadband Access78.2%
Avg Download Speed50.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed1.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants24
Retail Stores45

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%
Average costs for common services in Flatwoods. 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$788
Toddler$748
Preschool$745
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$688
Toddler$560
Preschool$560
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Braxton County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 685 50 $38,545 1.83
Manufacturing 314 10 $66,573 1.02
Construction 130 28 $54,632 0.66
Other Services 113 22 $42,624 1.00
Professional & Technical Services 107 26 $45,120 0.41
Finance & Insurance 47 10 $49,610 0.31
Transportation & Warehousing 46 17 $66,381 0.29
Utilities 43 5 $153,569 3.03
Wholesale Trade 37 10 $40,544 0.25
Information & Technology 26 9 $60,346 0.37
Real Estate 14 8 $19,645 0.24

Schools in Flatwoods

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
FLATWOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 173 12 14.4:1
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Radio Stations near Flatwoods

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Flatwoods

20 campgrounds found near Flatwoods.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Bee Run Campground 5.0/5 1 $18
Summit Lake Campground 5.0/5 34 $15–$50
Riffle Run Campground 4.6/5 60 $28–$46
BURNSVILLE LAKE SHELTERS 4.5/5 6 $40–$50
BATTLE RUN 4.4/5 117 $24–$40
Bakers Run Campground 4.3/5 75 $28–$46
BULLTOWN CAMP 4.3/5 204 $34–$46
GERALD FREEMAN CAMPGROUND 4.2/5 152 $28–$46
SUMMERSVILLE LAKE SHELTERS 4.1/5 4 $40–$70
SUTTON LAKE PICNIC SHELTERS 3.4/5 4 $60
Big Rock 5 $10–$20
Big Rock Campground Free
Bishop Knob 54 $8–$16
Cranberry Campground 28 $15–$30
Cranberry Campground Free
Cranberry River Campsites 14 $10–$20
Red Oak Fire Lookout 1 $100
Tea Creek Campground 28 $15
Tea Creek Campground Free
Williams River Campsites 29 $10–$20

National Parks Near Flatwoods

25 national parks and monuments found near Flatwoods.

ParkTypeFee
Audra State Park State Park Free
Babcock State Park State Park Free
Beartown State Park State Park Free
Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park State Park Free
Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park State Park Free
Cass Scenic Railroad State Park State Park Free
Cedar Creek State Park State Park Free
Coopers Rock State Park (Mont Chateau??) State Park Free
Douthat 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
Howes State Park State Park Free
Little Beaver State Park State Park Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 3 State Park State Park Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 4 State Park State Park Free
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve National Park & Preserve Free
North Bend State Park State Park Free
Pricketts Fort State Park State Park Free
Stonewall Resort State Park State Park Free
Tygart Lake State Park State Park Free
Valley Falls State Park State Park Free
Watoga State Park State Park Free
Watters Smith Memorial State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Flatwoods

48 trails found near Flatwoods.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
MIDDLE FORK TRAIL 10.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KENNISON MOUNTAIN TRAIL 9.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
COUNTY LINE TRAIL 8.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH-SOUTH TRAIL 7.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH FORK TRAIL 7.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH-SOUTH TRAIL 7.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG BEECHY 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TEA CREEK TRAIL #454 6.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CRANBERRY RIDGE TRAIL 5.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FORKS OF CRANBERRY 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GAULEY MOUNTAIN TRAIL # 438 5.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BANNOCK SHOALS TRAIL # 446 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BARRENSHE TRAIL 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TEA CREEK MOUNTAIN TRAIL # 452 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
NORTH FACE TRAIL # 450 3.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE FORK TRAIL 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BOUNDARY TRAIL # 449 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
ROUGH RUN 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAURELLY BRANCH 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RIGHT FORK TRAIL # 453 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
DISTRICT LINE TRAIL 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WILLIAMS RIVER TRAIL # 487 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEAR PEN RIDGE TRAIL # 440 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TUMBLING ROCK 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLACK MOUNTAIN TRAIL # 412 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
BLACK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ADKINS ROCKHOUSE TRAIL 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH BEND TRAIL 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIRCH LOG TRAIL 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BISHOP KNOB LOOP TRAIL 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LICK BRANCH 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TURKEY POINT TRAIL # 447 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RED RUN TRAIL # 439 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RED SPRUCE KNOB TRAIL # 451 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HINKLE BRANCH TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FISHERMANS TRAIL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUMMIT LAKE TRAIL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SADDLE LOOP TRAIL # 448 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
TURKEY POINT CONNECTOR TRAIL # 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FORKS BY-PASS 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RIGHT FORK CONNECTOR TRAIL # 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GAULEY - TEA CREEK CONNECTOR T 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH-SOUTH TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GLADES OVERLOOK TRAIL # 407 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUMMIT LAKE TRAIL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUMMIT LAKE TRAIL 0.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes
HONEYCOMB ROCKS #490 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Flatwoods

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BLUEGRASS PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$27,554
BRAXTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CUNNINGHAM HOUSE AND OUTBUILDINGSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FINE ARTS CENTER GALLERYART MUSEUM
GILMER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION302 E MAIN ST3044624295
WEBSTER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Flatwoods

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
GILMER PUBLIC LIBRARY214 WALNUT STREET0.018,997
BURNSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY235 KANAWHA STREET0.010,522
GASSAWAY PUBLIC LIBRARY536 ELK STREET0.08,060
SUTTON PUBLIC LIBRARY500 MAIN STREET0.08,000
WEBSTER-ADDISON PUBLIC LIBRARY331 S. MAIN STREET0.06,500

Farmers Markets in Flatwoods

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Braxton County Tailgate MarketRt. 4 Gassaway
Flatwoods Farmers MarketFlatwoods Factory Stores
Gilmer County Farmers MarketCorner of State Route 5 and U.S. Hwy 33 EMay to OctoberSat:9:00 AM - 3:00 PM;
Webster Springs Farmer's MarketBaker's Island07/10/2014 to 10/16/2014Thu: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM;

Hotels in Flatwoods

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Day's Hotel

Restaurants in Flatwoods

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

China Buffet
Custard Stand
El Gallo
Lloyd's Restaurant
Shoney's
Three Girls Diner
Waffle Hut
Woods and Waters

Cafes in Flatwoods

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bulk Foods
Starbucks

Theatres in Flatwoods

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mountain Lakes Ampitheatre

Clinics in Flatwoods

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Care Xpress
VA Clinic

Gas Stations in Flatwoods

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GoMart
GoMart
Lloyd's Food Store
Marathon
Pilot
Pilot
Sunoco
Sunoco

Banks in Flatwoods

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

City National Bank
Premier Bank

Shopping Malls in Flatwoods

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Flatwoods Factory Stores

Gyms in Flatwoods

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Evolution Fitness

Breweries in Flatwoods

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Star Bar LLCBeer & Beverages, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants8 Old Turnpike Rd3047653939Visit

Cell Towers in Flatwoods

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
700 Goosepen Road (96931)GTOWER123
700 Goosepen Road (96931)GTOWER123
3061 DUMPLING RUN ROAD (100676)LTOWER94
3061 DUMPLING RUN ROAD (100676)LTOWER94
.33 mi West of Intersect of CR 10/15 & CR 34, .15 mi E of I-79 (98226)LTOWER87
.33 mi West of Intersect of CR 10/15 & CR 34, .15 mi E of I-79 (98226)LTOWER87

Fire Stations in Flatwoods

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Flatwoods Community Volunteer Fire Department79 Firehouse LNVolunteer304-765-4066

Bridges in Flatwoods

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19721329,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19721329,700F
CulvertSteel1972209,700F
CulvertSteel1972209,700F
SlabConcrete1927321,500F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1923731,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1978409750F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous2021464650G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199941500G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199835500G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199899300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199528226F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous194027200P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1959243200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198726100P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198660100F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200985100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19952350F
Arch (Deck)Concrete20203048F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197816630G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19683130F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20052330F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20063530G
Arch (Deck)Concrete19962625G
Box Beam (Multiple)Wood or Timber19954720G
Truss (Thru)Steel192015310P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20163510G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19939910F

Airports Near Flatwoods

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
North Central West Virginia AirportCKBMedium Airport
Bocamanu AirportSmall Airport
Boggs FieldSmall Airport
Braxton County AirportSmall Airport
Carr AirportSmall Airport
Fairmont Municipal Airport Frankman FieldSmall Airport
Fayette AirportSmall Airport
Hales Landing AirportSmall Airport
Herold AirportSmall Airport
Lee Massey AirportSmall Airport
New River Gorge AirportSmall Airport
Nicholson AirportSmall Airport
Philippi Barbour County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Richwood Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Ruth Field STOLportSmall Airport
Simpson AirportSmall Airport
Slate Run AirportSmall Airport
Snowshoe AirportSmall Airport
Stanger To Blue Waters Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Summersville AirportSmall Airport
Upshur County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Wade F Maley FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Flatwoods

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Dyer's Hill Rd
Flatwoods Police
Gilmer County Sherrif11 North Court Street
Glenville Police Department
Public Safety
West Virginia State Police

Grocery Stores in Flatwoods

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Go Mart 34Convenience Store2960 Sutton Ln
Little General 5285Convenience Store2001 Sutton Ln
Little General 5290Convenience Store15 Woodward Dr
Pilot Travel Center 474Convenience Store270 Scott Frk
Walmart Supercenter 6951Super Store369 Scotts Fork-Bonnie Rd

Post Offices in Flatwoods

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Centralia Post Office
Heaters Post Office

DOL Wage Violations in Flatwoods

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $1,320 in back wages owed to 2 employees.

1
Violations
$1,320
Back Wages Owed
2
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
The Spot Dairy Bar 26621 1 $1,320 $660 2

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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Flatwoods

What is the population of Flatwoods?

Flatwoods has a population of 404 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 612 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Flatwoods expensive to live in?

Flatwoods 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 $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $105,200 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Flatwoods safe?

Flatwoods is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 129 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 323 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Flatwoods receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Flatwoods?

Flatwoods has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Flatwoods?

The job market in Flatwoods faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $883. There are 380 business establishments in the area, including 24 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 6.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Flatwoods?

The median home value in Flatwoods is $105,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,855. For renters, the median monthly rent is $725. Fair market rent is $766 for a 1-bedroom and $945 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 71.4%. The average annual property tax is $1,860.

How are the schools in Flatwoods?

Schools in Flatwoods have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 9.0% of adults in Flatwoods hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Flatwoods?

The obesity rate in Flatwoods is 42.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 26.3% of adults are smokers. 38.0% are physically inactive. 33.2% of residents report depression. 12.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,041.

What is transportation like in Flatwoods?

The average commute in Flatwoods is 30 minutes. 77.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Flatwoods?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Flatwoods is 82.9% White, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 97.8% of residents speak only English at home. 3.4% of the population are military veterans. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 82.7% have health insurance coverage.

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