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Kingwood, WV

West Virginia · Preston County · Morgantown Metro

Kingwood is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 2,980. Residents earn $67,411 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,980 Population 1,226/sq mi density
$67,411 Median Income $32,905 per capita
$162,700 Home Value $83,748 Zillow
$636 Median Rent 20.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
34 Violent Crime/100K 0 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$67,411 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,700 home value, $636/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
34 violent crimes/100K (91% below avg)
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $67,411
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,700
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 34/100K
91% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $636
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,980
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density1,226/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$67,411
Per Capita$32,905
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$1,012M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,700
Rent$636
Ownership65.1%
Zillow$83,748
Housing Units1,449
Rent Burden20.5%

Crime

C
Violent34/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault34/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking19.2%
Depression32.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain57.0 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,791 ft (546 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+93.1%
Graduate+17.4%
School Score4.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 20%
Commute26 min
Broadband92.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Kingwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kingwood receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Kingwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kingwood is $67,411, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kingwood is $162,700, 42% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $636 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Kingwood is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 34 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Kingwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches, including 171.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Kingwood has a population of 2,980 with a density of 1,226 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53% female and 47% male. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 2.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.9% of residents. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 16.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,980
Total Population
1,226
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Kingwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kingwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kingwood is $67,411, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,905 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,065, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. 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 26 minutes. 2.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kingwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,411
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,905
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$58,346
Gini Index0.416 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% 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 Rate1.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Kingwood is $162,700, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $83,748, lower than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 93% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $636 (45% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $766 for a one-bedroom to $945 for a two-bedroom apartment. 65.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,449 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $2,185 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 20.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,700
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$83,748
Median List Price$329,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$329,450
$/Sq Ft$139
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.0%
Price Drops7.1%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$636
45% below US avg
Rent Burden20.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.1%
Owner-Occupied65.1%
Renter-Occupied34.9%
Housing Units1,449
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,185
38% below US avg
Effective Rate1.34%
In Kingwood, 36.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 36.5% have high blood pressure. 19.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.3% report binge drinking. 28.6% are physically inactive. 32.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.8% experience frequent mental distress. 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 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.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression32.8%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,643
Dentists1:3,797
Mental Health1:2,623
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits56.6%
Premature Death11,315/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities53
Kingwood has a violent crime rate of 34 per 100,000 residents, 91% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 33.7 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 0, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Kingwood receives a safety grade of C.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent33.7/100K
91% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault33.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents6
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
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Kingwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°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 57.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 171.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 1,791 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,791 ft (546 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density1,226/sq mi
Coordinates39.4720°N, 79.6823°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyPreston County County
Nearest AirportGreater Cumberland Regional (CBE)
50 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.0"
50% above US avg
Snowfall 171.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.20"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.31"

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

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.8 on Feb 3, 2025.

Jun 3, 2017 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio M3.4 146 km
Mar 31, 2013 West Virginia M3.4 135 km
Apr 4, 2010 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia M3.4 144 km
Apr 2, 2017 5 km W of Graysville, Ohio M3.0 136 km
Jul 30, 2013 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.8 127 km
Jan 10, 2012 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia M2.8 145 km
Feb 3, 2025 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio M2.8 147 km
Aug 31, 2011 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia M2.8 137 km
Jul 20, 2013 6 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.7 122 km
Apr 29, 2010 7 km W of Gassaway, West Virginia M2.7 135 km
May 7, 2010 14 km WSW of Gassaway, West Virginia M2.6 144 km
Aug 16, 2013 13 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.6 129 km
Sep 4, 2011 3 km N of Saint Marys, West Virginia M2.6 131 km
Apr 29, 2010 3 km WNW of Gassaway, West Virginia M2.6 131 km
Oct 16, 2000 West Virginia M2.5 142 km
Apr 29, 2010 5 km NNW of Gassaway, West Virginia M2.5 128 km
Sep 11, 2024 4 km WNW of Claysville, Pennsylvania M2.5 99 km
Aug 15, 2010 19 km ESE of Burnsville, West Virginia M2.5 97 km
Aug 21, 2010 19 km WNW of Helvetia, West Virginia M2.5 98 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

152 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 6 fatalities, 202 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 2, 1998 EF4 75 km 0
May 31, 1998 EF3 60 km 1
Oct 1, 1986 EF3 96 km 0
Jun 3, 1980 EF3 20 km 0
Jul 11, 1976 EF3 99 km 1
May 19, 1967 EF3 32 km 1
Aug 3, 1963 EF3 96 km 2
May 11, 2024 EF2 94 km 0
Aug 25, 2023 EF2 57 km 0
Aug 1, 2022 EF2 96 km 0
Oct 2, 2018 EF2 78 km 0
Mar 23, 2011 EF2 90 km 0
Jun 2, 1998 EF2 55 km 0
Jun 2, 1998 EF2 31 km 0
Jun 2, 1998 EF2 57 km 0
Jun 30, 1990 EF2 82 km 0
Oct 1, 1986 EF2 50 km 0
May 22, 1983 EF2 91 km 0
Jun 21, 1981 EF2 58 km 0
Jul 9, 1980 EF2 75 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

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

Year Name Acres Distance
2001 NEW CREEK MTN 1,689 64 km
2024 DOVE HOLLOW 1,634 92 km
2013 SMOKE HOLE FIRE 1,436 75 km
2019 DRY HOLLOW 1,327 78 km
2000 BRAKE RUN SHEN. MT. RD. 1,055 89 km
2014 BEAR DEN 945 96 km
2024 SPRING RUN 847 81 km
2024 GRACE MOUNTAIN 760 92 km
1994 ELKHORN TOWER 696 83 km
2019 UNNAMED 547 96 km
2001 SOUTH BRANCH 519 75 km
2005 UNNAMED 510 88 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 3.3 in Driest
March 39°F (4°C) 4.3 in
April 49°F (9°C) 4.4 in
May 58°F (14°C) 4.7 in
June 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in
July 67°F (20°C) 5.2 in Wettest
August 69°F (20°C) 4.5 in Warmest
September 62°F (17°C) 3.8 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in
November 42°F (5°C) 3.9 in
December 33°F (0°C) 4.1 in

Kingwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 26°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (3.3").

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Kingwood is located in Preston County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 31.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. 17.4% 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. 92.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 53 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.8% 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
Traffic Accidents6
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+93.1%
Graduate Degree+17.4%
School Test Score4.51
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density1,226/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi
CountyPreston County County

Services

Broadband Access92.2%
Avg Download Speed84.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed40.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants31
Retail Stores78

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%
Average costs for common services in Kingwood. 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$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

Hospitals in Kingwood

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
PRESTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Critical Access Hospitals Yes (304) 329-1400

Schools in Kingwood

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
PRESTON HIGH SCHOOL High 1,178 84 14.0:1
KINGWOOD ELEMENTARY Elementary 361 23 15.7:1
CENTRAL PRESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle 322 23 14.0:1
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Radio Stations near Kingwood

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Kingwood

7 campgrounds found near Kingwood.

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
Red Creek Campground Free
Somerfield North Recreation Area 1 $65
Tygart Lake Shelter 1 $50

National Parks Near Kingwood

41 national parks and monuments found near Kingwood.

ParkTypeFee
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
Herrington Manor Sp State Park Free
Hillman State Park State Park Free
Holly River State Park State Park Free
Johnstown Flood National Memorial National Memorial 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
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
Tygart Lake State Park State Park Free
Valley Falls State Park State Park Free
Watters Smith Memorial State Park State Park Free
Wills Mountain State Park State Park Free
Wolf Den Run Sp State Park Free
Youghiogheny River Natural Environment Area State Park Free
Youghiogheny Wild River Nea State Park Free

Trails Near Kingwood

50 trails found near Kingwood.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
OTTER CREEK TRAIL 11.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PLANTATION 7.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MOUNTAINSIDE TRAIL 5.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RED CREEK TRAIL 5.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
POINTY KNOB TRAIL 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLACKBIRD KNOB TRAIL 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DOBBIN GRADE TRAIL 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG STONECOAL TRAIL 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LIMEROCK 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GREEN MOUNTAIN TRAIL 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MOORE RUN TRAIL 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SHINGLETREE TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MCGOWAN MOUNTAIN TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROHRBAUGH TRAIL 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RAILRAOD GRADE 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
POSSESSION CAMP 3.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCKY RIDGE TRAIL 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TURKEY RUN TRAIL 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BLACK WATER CANYON RIM TRAIL 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LINDY RUN 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RAVEN RIDGE TRAIL 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DOBBIN HOUSE 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PHEASANT MOUNTAIN TRAIL 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DAVIS 2.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BREATHED MOUNTAIN TRAIL 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FISHER SPRING RUN TRAIL 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEAR ROCKS TRAIL 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LOSH TRAIL 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCKY POINT TRAIL 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CLOVER TRAIL 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DUNKENBARGER TRAIL 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE STONECOAL TRAIL 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DORMAN RIDGE TRAIL 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WILDLIFE TRAIL 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
UPPER RED CREEK TRAIL 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HARMAN TRAIL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEAVER VIEW TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TABLE ROCK 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MCKINLEY RUN TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FIRE TRAIL NUMBER 6 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SHAVERS MOUNTAIN TRAIL 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BIG SPRINGS GAP 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RED CREEK TRAIL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FIRE TRAIL 3 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BEAVER DAM TRAIL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OTTER CREEK TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WOODCOCK TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DINKY JUMPOFF TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTHLAND LOOP TRAIL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
TWO CAMP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Kingwood

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
WEST VIRGINIA BOTANIC GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1061 TYRONE RD3043762717$110,052
ARTHURDALE HERITAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATIONQ & A ROAD W VIRGINIA 923048643959$85,960
BRUCETON - BRANDONVILLE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION788 HOBERT BENSON RD
MORGAN TOWN GLASS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3042912957
PRESTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3047896990
PRESTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3047896990
ROWLESBURG AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROWLESBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
TUNNELTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Kingwood

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
TERRA ALTA PUBLIC LIBRARY701B EAST STATE AVENUE0.033,215
KINGWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY205 WEST MAIN ST0.032,392

Farmers Markets in Kingwood

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bruceton Farmers' MarketBruceton School Morgantown St.Visit
Bruceton Mills Farmers MarketAcross from the Fire Hall
Kingwood Farmer's Market111 E Main Street06/10/2017 to 09/23/2017Sat: 9:00 AM-11:00 AM;

Hotels in Kingwood

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Appalachian Hotel

Restaurants in Kingwood

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pizza Hut

Gas Stations in Kingwood

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP Petrol Station
BP Petrol Station
Circle K

Banks in Kingwood

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clear Mountain Bank

Gyms in Kingwood

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

I am Fit

Golf Courses in Kingwood

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Preston Country Club Golf Course

Nursing Homes in Kingwood

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
PINERIDGE
300 MILLER ROAD
For profit - Corporation 120 112 4/5 3/5 4/5 3043293195

Pharmacies in Kingwood

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
KINGWOOD PHARMACY 220 WEST MAIN STREET 304-329-3600
RITE AID - 2605 415 EAST MAIN STREET 304-329-2212
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 4372 100 WALMART DRIVE 304-329-4031
WEST VIRGINIA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD - CAMP DAWSON TROOP MEDICAL CLINIC 240 ARMY ROAD 304-791-4314

Cell Towers in Kingwood

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2095 Sand Springs Road (96954)GTOWER150
2095 Sand Springs Road (96954)GTOWER150
State Line Road, Route 12 (96962)GTOWER96
State Line Road, Route 12 (96962)GTOWER96
2221 Hutton Road (97858)LTOWER87
Off State Route 7 (I Road, Caddell Mountain) (96967)GTOWER83
Off State Route 7 (I Road, Caddell Mountain) (96967)GTOWER83

Fire Stations in Kingwood

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Kingwood Volunteer Fire Department115 Brown AVEVolunteer304-329-0101

Bridges in Kingwood

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19789508,900F
CulvertConcrete1936273,500P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1988341,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2002951,000G
Tee BeamConcrete193647950P
CulvertConcrete201333500G
CulvertConcrete193022300F
Arch (Deck)Concrete191730250F
Arch (Deck)Concrete191831250F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199743250G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199735250G
SlabConcrete194025200F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200944100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19602690G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19974210G

Correctional Facilities in Kingwood

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
PRESTON COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT103 WEST MAIN STCOUNTY-999OPEN

Airports Near Kingwood

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Elkins-Randolph County Regional AirportEKNMedium 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
Cheat River Island AirportSmall Airport
Dawson Army Air FieldSmall Airport
Dream FieldSmall Airport
Fairmont Municipal Airport Frankman FieldSmall Airport
Fairview AirportSmall Airport
Garrett County AirportODMSmall Airport
Grant County AirportPGCSmall Airport
Greater Gortner AirportSmall Airport
Greene County AirportWAYSmall Airport
Gregg AirportSmall Airport
Heaven's Landing AirstripSmall Airport
Herrington FieldSmall Airport
Horne AirportSmall Airport
Joseph A. Hardy Connellsville AirportSmall Airport
Juergensen Airpark and Maritime Facility AirportSmall Airport
Keystone AirportSmall Airport
Larew AirportSmall Airport
Lazy J. AerodromeSmall Airport
Lynn AirportSmall Airport
Mckee Sky Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Miller FieldSmall Airport
Moore FieldSmall Airport
Moran FieldSmall Airport
Mount Pleasant/Scottdale AirportSmall Airport
Muddy Creek AirportSmall Airport
Nemacolin AirportSmall Airport
Nolnacs AirportSmall Airport
Pax-Terra Caelum AirportSmall Airport
Philippi Barbour County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Quemahening Flightpark UltralightportSmall Airport
Rostraver AirportSmall Airport
Ruth Field STOLportSmall Airport
Seitz FieldSmall Airport
Simpson AirportSmall Airport
Skala AirportSmall Airport
Somerset County 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
Windwood Fly-In Resort AirportSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Kingwood

11 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
4704016.0 4016Convenience Store203 W Main St
BFS Foods 60Convenience Store411 E Main St
BFS Foods 61Convenience Store215 W Main St
Dollar General 3539Other200 E Main St
Dollar Tree 3936Other248 Walmart Dr
Kingwood Shop N Save ExpressSuper Store141 Plaza Ct
Lec Farm & Garden MarketGrocery Store333 E Main St
Par Mar Store 150Convenience Store17162 Veterans Memorial Hwy
The Roberts Family StoreConvenience Store19001 Veterans Memorial Hwy
Walgreens 19666Other415 E Main St
Walmart 4372Super Store100 WALMART DR

Treatment Centers in Kingwood

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Wise Path Recovery CentersBoth866-860-9772

DOL Wage Violations in Kingwood

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $4,740 in back wages owed to 17 employees.

5
Violations
$4,740
Back Wages Owed
17
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
Mountaineer Contractors, Inc. 26537 1 $2,581 $1,290 2
Peaslee's Service Center 26537 1 $1,520 $304 5
Windy Hilll Manor 26537 1 $307 $307 1
Preston Healthcare Services 26537 1 $227 $38 6
Pineridge Center 26537 1 $105 $35 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kingwood

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY CHURCHPO BOX 810
GRACE HOUSE INC626 GREENS RUN RD
HUGSPO BOX 1183
KINGDOM MINISTRIES INTERNATIONALPO BOX 1183
KINGWOOD ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCHPO BOX 132
KINGWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH201 JACKSON ST
KINGWOOD CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIPPO BOX 622
LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH506 BACK FORTY DR
LOVE CHAPEL COMMUNITY CENTER INCPO BOX 62
NEW BEGINNING ASSEMBLY OF GOD249 MORGAN ST TRLR 11

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Mines
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Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Historic Markers
1
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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1
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kingwood

What is the population of Kingwood?

Kingwood has a population of 2,980 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 1,226 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53% female and 47% male.

Is Kingwood expensive to live in?

Kingwood 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 $67,411, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $162,700 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $636 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Kingwood safe?

Kingwood is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 34 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Kingwood receives a safety grade of C based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Kingwood?

Kingwood has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.0 inches, with 171.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Kingwood?

The job market in Kingwood is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / 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 26 minutes, and 2.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Kingwood?

The median home value in Kingwood is $162,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $83,748. For renters, the median monthly rent is $636. Fair market rent is $766 for a 1-bedroom and $945 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 65.1%. The average annual property tax is $2,185.

How are the schools in Kingwood?

Schools in Kingwood have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 31.7% of adults in Kingwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. 17.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Kingwood?

The obesity rate in Kingwood is 36.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.2% of adults are smokers. 28.6% are physically inactive. 32.8% of residents report depression. 8.4% lack health insurance. 45.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,643.

What is transportation like in Kingwood?

The average commute in Kingwood is 26 minutes. 79.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Kingwood?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kingwood is 95.2% White, 2.5% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 98.9% of residents speak only English at home. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 16.6% of residents have a disability. 93.3% have health insurance coverage.

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