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Meadow Bridge, WV

West Virginia · Summers County

Meadow Bridge is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 504. Residents earn $40,089 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
504 Population 1,326/sq mi density
$40,089 Median Income $17,439 per capita
$108,000 Home Value $139,233 Zillow
$633 Median Rent 23.9% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$40,089 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,000 home value, $633/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $40,089
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,000
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population504
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density1,326/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,089
Per Capita$17,439
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$271M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,000
Rent$633
Ownership79.1%
Zillow$139,233
Housing Units245
Rent Burden23.9%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K

Health

Obesity41.8%
Uninsured10.4%
Smoking25.6%
Depression35.0%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation2,444 ft (745 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score4.39

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute24 min
Broadband66.2%
EV Stations3
Libraries2

Is Meadow Bridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meadow Bridge receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Meadow Bridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Meadow Bridge is $40,089, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meadow Bridge is $108,000, 62% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Meadow Bridge is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 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

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Meadow Bridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Meadow Bridge has a population of 504 with a density of 1,326 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.8% female and 45.2% male. The city is predominantly White (99.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.4% of residents. 8.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

504
Total Population
1,326
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Meadow Bridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Meadow Bridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meadow Bridge is $40,089, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,439 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $817, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 269 business establishments, including 13 restaurants. The cost of living index is 89.5, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 1.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Meadow Bridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,089
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,439
Avg Weekly Wage$817
IRS Avg AGI$50,857
Gini Index0.419 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)269
County GDP$271M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare24
Retail28
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,167
67% below US avg
Cost of Living89.50 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Meadow Bridge is $108,000, 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,233, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $766 for a one-bedroom to $945 for a two-bedroom apartment. 79.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 245 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $1,167 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 23.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,000
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,233

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% below US avg
Rent Burden23.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.1%
Owner-Occupied79.1%
Renter-Occupied20.9%
Housing Units245
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,167
67% below US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Meadow Bridge, 41.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.9% of residents, above the national average. 39.7% have high blood pressure. 25.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.0% report binge drinking. 36.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 35.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 26.1% experience frequent mental distress. 10.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,969. The dentist ratio is 1:5,881. 73.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Meadow Bridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes14.8%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure39.7%
Asthma13.1%
COPD11.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking25.6%
83% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity36.7%
Depression35.0%
Mental Distress26.1%
Physical Distress18.7%
Short Sleep47.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Uninsured10.4%
21% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,969
Dentists1:5,881
Mental Health1:610
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits49.8%
Premature Death18,193/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access73.3%
Healthcare Facilities24
Meadow Bridge has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

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Meadow Bridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches. The area receives 12.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 2,444 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,444 ft (745 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,326/sq mi
Coordinates37.8616°N, 80.8571°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountySummers County County
Nearest AirportWest Virginia International Yeager (CRW)
54 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.7"
7% above US avg
Snowfall 12.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.08"
Driest Month (Jan) 3.19"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score40.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability88.9 / 100
Community Resilience19.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Very Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very 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 Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Avalanche Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

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

Apr 22, 1991 14 km ESE of Falling Spring, West Virginia M3.5 58 km
Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 135 km
Mar 31, 2013 West Virginia M3.4 87 km
Apr 4, 2010 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia M3.4 82 km
Sep 13, 2017 11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia M3.2 45 km
Dec 4, 2001 9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia M3.1 18 km
May 16, 2009 2 km NNE of Cave Spring, Virginia M3.0 102 km
Jun 28, 1991 4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia M3.0 59 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 90 km
Feb 15, 2005 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia M2.8 119 km
Jan 10, 2012 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia M2.8 79 km
Jul 30, 2013 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.8 109 km
Jul 4, 2009 3 km E of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 59 km
Jul 15, 2021 10 km S of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 69 km
May 12, 2017 6 km SSW of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 65 km
Jul 6, 2023 5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia M2.7 128 km
Aug 25, 2011 14 km SE of Falling Spring, West Virginia M2.7 57 km
Jun 21, 2017 1 km SW of Pratt, West Virginia M2.7 61 km
Jul 20, 2013 6 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.7 115 km
Apr 29, 2010 7 km W of Gassaway, West Virginia M2.7 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

56 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 60 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 42 km 0
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 16 km 1
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 28 km 0
Oct 7, 2014 EF2 42 km 0
Apr 8, 2011 EF2 91 km 0
Jun 22, 1990 EF2 43 km 0
May 26, 1990 EF2 45 km 0
Jul 11, 1976 EF2 39 km 0
Apr 24, 1975 EF2 35 km 0
Apr 4, 1974 EF2 96 km 0
Apr 12, 1965 EF2 56 km 0
Apr 8, 1965 EF2 40 km 0
Feb 25, 1961 EF2 29 km 0
May 26, 2024 EF1 95 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 81 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 63 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 75 km 0
Aug 31, 2021 EF1 83 km 0
Aug 31, 2021 EF1 92 km 0
Aug 9, 2019 EF1 85 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: KAYFORD MOUNTAIN (31,509 ac, 1991).

Year Name Acres Distance
1991 KAYFORD MOUNTAIN 31,509 49 km
1991 WHITE OAK BRANCH 25,550 81 km
1987 ELLIS CREEK 24,070 54 km
1991 BROWNS BRANCH 17,324 64 km
1991 HUFF CREEK 15,190 83 km
1987 RUCKERS BRANCH 14,744 82 km
1991 ROLLINS BRANCH 14,435 67 km
1991 GAULEY MTN 13,113 42 km
1991 TOMS BRANCH 11,849 51 km
2012 ALLEGHANY TUNNELS FIRES 11,055 61 km
1991 BRUSHY FORK 10,704 57 km
1991 LEFT FORK 10,196 74 km
1991 CANEBRAKE 8,152 95 km
1991 DRY BRANCH 8,059 64 km
2022 UNNAMED 7,791 92 km
1987 RICK CREEK ROAD 7,740 41 km
2012 BARBOURS CREEK. 7,244 72 km
1991 MUD LICK CREEK 7,111 97 km
1991 PEACHTREE 6,635 57 km
1991 CARBANATE 6,533 50 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-0°C) 3.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 32°F (-0°C) 3.2 in
March 40°F (4°C) 3.8 in
April 49°F (10°C) 3.9 in
May 58°F (14°C) 4.4 in
June 65°F (18°C) 4.0 in
July 73°F (23°C) 5.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 68°F (20°C) 4.1 in
September 62°F (17°C) 3.5 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.5 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.5 in

Meadow Bridge has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 31°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (3.2").

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Meadow Bridge is located in Summers County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 5.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74.7% of the vote, a 51.4-point margin. 66.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 24 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23.3%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score4.39
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,326/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountySummers County County

Services

Broadband Access66.2%
Avg Download Speed34.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed2.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants13
Retail Stores28

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%
Average costs for common services in Meadow Bridge. 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)
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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$843
Toddler$800
Preschool$798
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$736
Toddler$605
Preschool$605
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Summers County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 228 31 $28,992 1.05
Wholesale Trade 168 5 $76,131 1.97
Construction 76 20 $53,048 0.67
Professional & Technical Services 51 26 $43,308 0.34
Administrative & Waste Services 46 18 $40,739 0.36
Real Estate 35 10 $48,531 1.04
Finance & Insurance 29 10 $46,783 0.33

Schools in Meadow Bridge

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
MEADOW BRIDGE ELEMENTARY Elementary 221 16 13.8:1
MEADOW BRIDGE HIGH High 185 17 10.9:1
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Radio Stations near Meadow Bridge

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BIG 104.7 WPGB-FM AAC

Campgrounds Near Meadow Bridge

16 campgrounds found near Meadow Bridge.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Grandview Playground Shelter 5.0/5 1 $90
Summit Lake Campground 5.0/5 34 $15–$50
Grandview Shelter 2 4.8/5 1 $75
Grandview Shelter 1 4.5/5 1 $70
BATTLE RUN 4.4/5 117 $24–$40
Grandview Shelter 3 4.1/5 1 $70
SUMMERSVILLE LAKE SHELTERS 4.1/5 4 $40–$70
Grandview Shelter 4 4.0/5 1 $75
BLUESTONE LAKE PICNIC SHELTER 3.0/5 1 $60
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

National Parks Near Meadow Bridge

22 national parks and monuments found near Meadow Bridge.

ParkTypeFee
Babcock State Park State Park Free
Beartown State Park State Park Free
Bluestone Lake State Park State Park Free
Bluestone National Scenic River National Scenic River Free
Bluestone State Park State Park Free
Camp Creek State Park State Park Free
Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park State Park Free
Cass Scenic Railroad State Park State Park Free
Claytor Lake 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
Hungry Mother State Park State Park Free
Little Beaver State Park State Park Free
Moncove Lake State Park State Park Free
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve National Park & Preserve Free
Pinnacle Rock State Park State Park Free
Pipestem Resort State Park State Park Free
Shot Tower Historic State Park State Park Free
Twin Falls Resort State Park State Park Free
Watoga State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Meadow Bridge

60 trails found near Meadow Bridge.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 21.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 20.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
POCAHONTAS TRAIL 17.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH-SOUTH TRAIL 7.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 6.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CRANBERRY RIDGE TRAIL 5.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BARRENSHE TRAIL 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CASCADES 4.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DIXON BRANCH 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LITTLE FORK TRAIL 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROUGH RUN 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CONSERVANCY 3.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ADKINS ROCKHOUSE TRAIL 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DIXON BRANCH 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
SARTAIN 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
POTTS MOUNTAIN 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LICK BRANCH 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SARTAIN 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HINKLE BRANCH TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FISHERMANS TRAIL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WAR BRANCH 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUMMIT LAKE TRAIL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
POTTS MOUNTAIN 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DIXON BRANCH 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
FORK MOUNTAIN TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
BIG RUN TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WAR SPUR LOOP 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WAR SPUR LOOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WAR BRANCH 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BARNEY'S WALL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUMMIT LAKE TRAIL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SUMMIT LAKE TRAIL 0.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SARTAIN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
CHEROKEE FLATS 0.2 ASPHALT Yes
ALLEGHENY TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
POTTS MOUNTAIN 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WAR SPUR LOOP 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WAR BRANCH 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JOHN'S CREEK MOUNTAIN 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JOHN'S CREEK MOUNTAIN NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Meadow Bridge

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CAMPBELL FLANNAGAN MURRELL HSEGENERAL MUSEUM3044661401
FLANNAGAN-MURRELL HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION422 SUMMERS STREET3044661401
HINTON RAILROAD MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM
VETERANS MEMORIAL MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN WVGENERAL MUSEUM3044664443

Libraries in Meadow Bridge

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SUMMERS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY201 TEMPLE ST0.033,117
RUPERT PUBLIC LIBRARY124 GREENBRIER STREET0.013,000
ALDERSON PUBLIC LIBRARY308 WALNUT AVE.0.012,248
RAINELLE PUBLIC LIBRARY378 7TH STREET0.010,561

Farmers Markets in Meadow Bridge

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alderson Farmers Market Rt. 3 Main StreetSat: 8:00 AM-12:30 PM;YesVisit
Fayette County Farmers Market312 N Court St05/11/2013 to 11/30/2013Sat: 7:30 AM-11:30 AM;
Summers Tailgate MarketOld Otter Holler Farm
Western Greenbrier Farmers MarketMain and 11th stFri: 4:30 PM-6:30 PM;

Cinemas in Meadow Bridge

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Meadow Bridge Drive-In

Cell Towers in Meadow Bridge

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
624 Frank Ash Rd (99968)LTOWER96
624 Frank Ash Rd (99968)LTOWER96

Fire Stations in Meadow Bridge

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Danese Volunteer Fire DepartmentPO Box 66Volunteer304-438-5312
Meadow Bridge Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.RR 20Volunteer304-484-7117

Bridges in Meadow Bridge

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous198534710,418F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198515610,418F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19851569,782F
CulvertConcrete1986429,782F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel continuous19821,4285,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19855325,600P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19855325,600F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel continuous19821,4285,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19853794,891F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19851694,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19851694,000F
CulvertConcrete1938292,029F
SlabConcrete1940291,483F
SlabConcrete1940261,402F
SlabPrestressed concrete1988291,000F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199338860F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199330860F
Arch (Deck)Concrete192727633F
Arch (Deck)Concrete192729585F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1984100572F
CulvertPrestressed concrete199922305G
CulvertConcrete200529250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198732200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198753200F
CulvertConcrete continuous198537200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19894250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20102750G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous198622844F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19897430F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel19563230F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20203130G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201728121F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20042810G

Amtrak Stations in Meadow Bridge

4 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Alderson, WV1 C&O Plaza on Railroad AvenueTRAIN
Hinton, WV100 Second AvenueTRAIN
Prince, WV5034 Stanaford RoadTRAIN
Thurmond, WVHwy 25 & Hwy 2TRAIN

Airports Near Meadow Bridge

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Greenbrier Valley AirportLWBMedium Airport
Mercer County AirportBLFMedium Airport
Raleigh County Memorial AirportBKWMedium Airport
Yeager AirportCRWMedium Airport
Bocamanu AirportSmall Airport
Catawba Valley AirportSmall Airport
Fayette AirportSmall Airport
Herold AirportSmall Airport
Hinton-Alderson AirportSmall Airport
Island AirportSmall Airport
Kee FieldSmall Airport
Lee Massey AirportSmall Airport
Mike Ferrell FieldSmall Airport
New River Gorge AirportSmall Airport
New River Valley AirportPSKSmall Airport
Peterstown AirportSmall Airport
Rainelle AirportSmall Airport
Richwood Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Stanger To Blue Waters Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Summersville AirportSmall Airport
Virginia Tech Montgomery Executive AirportBCBSmall Airport
Willow Bend AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Meadow Bridge

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Fayetteville Police Department204 Church Street
West Virginia State Police

Grocery Stores in Meadow Bridge

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Critchley's Farmers MarketFarmers and Markets6444 Meadow Bridge Rd
Dollar General 11623Other17532 Stanaford Rd
Dollar General 25052Other8845 Sewell Creek Rd
J.c's Pit StopConvenience Store17640 Stanaford Rd

Post Offices in Meadow Bridge

6 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Abraham Post Office
Elton Post Office
Green Sulphur Springs Post Office
Lockbridge Post Office
Meadow Creek Post Office
Sandstone Post Office

Treatment Centers in Meadow Bridge

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
FMRS Health Systems Inc - Summers County OfficeBoth304-466-3899

Churches & Religious Organizations in Meadow Bridge

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
LAYLAND BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 47
SPRING DALE CHURCH OF CHRISTPO BOX 23

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Bigfoot Sightings
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UFO Sightings
1
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Frequently Asked Questions About Meadow Bridge

What is the population of Meadow Bridge?

Meadow Bridge has a population of 504 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 1,326 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.8% female and 45.2% male.

Is Meadow Bridge expensive to live in?

Meadow Bridge 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 $40,089, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $108,000 (62% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Meadow Bridge safe?

Meadow Bridge is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 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).

What is the weather like in Meadow Bridge?

Meadow Bridge has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.7 inches, with 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Meadow Bridge?

The job market in Meadow Bridge is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $817. There are 269 business establishments in the area, including 13 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 1.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Meadow Bridge?

The median home value in Meadow Bridge is $108,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,233. For renters, the median monthly rent is $633. Fair market rent is $766 for a 1-bedroom and $945 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 79.1%. The average annual property tax is $1,167.

How are the schools in Meadow Bridge?

Schools in Meadow Bridge have an average test score of 4.4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 5.5% of adults in Meadow Bridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Meadow Bridge?

The obesity rate in Meadow Bridge is 41.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 25.6% of adults are smokers. 36.7% are physically inactive. 35.0% of residents report depression. 10.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 73.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,969.

What is transportation like in Meadow Bridge?

The average commute in Meadow Bridge is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Meadow Bridge?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Meadow Bridge is 99.4% White, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 98.4% of residents speak only English at home. 8.3% of the population are military veterans. 17.5% of residents have a disability. 92.7% have health insurance coverage.

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