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Nitro, WV

West Virginia · Putnam County · Huntington-Ashland Metro

Nitro is a small city in West Virginia with a population of 6,941. Residents earn $52,247 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,941 Population 1,297/sq mi density
$52,247 Median Income $34,761 per capita
$120,400 Home Value $138,400 Zillow
$916 Median Rent 24.6% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
234 Violent Crime/100K 3,434 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$52,247 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,400 home value, $916/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
234 violent crimes/100K (38% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $52,247
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,400
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 234/100K
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $916
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,941
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density1,297/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,247
Per Capita$34,761
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$3,832M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,400
Rent$916
Ownership70.4%
Zillow$138,400
Housing Units3,488
Rent Burden24.6%

Crime

F
Violent234/100K
Property3,434/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault219/100K
Burglary312/100K

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking20.3%
Depression32.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation951 ft (290 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score6.04

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute24 min
Broadband83.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Nitro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nitro receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Nitro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nitro is $52,247, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.7% 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 Nitro is $120,400, 57% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $916 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Nitro is below the national average at 234 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,434 per 100,000, 75% above the national average.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Nitro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Nitro has a population of 6,941 with a density of 1,297 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 1.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.6% of residents. 5.3% of the population are veterans. 14.9% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,941
Total Population
1,297
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Nitro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nitro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nitro is $52,247, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,761 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,238, 14% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,894 business establishments, including 100 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. 2.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Nitro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,247
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,761
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$78,515
Gini Index0.424 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,894
County GDP$3,832M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare137
Retail171
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,677
24% below US avg
Cost of Living89.50 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Nitro is $120,400, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,400, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.5% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $916 (21% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $766 for a one-bedroom to $945 for a two-bedroom apartment. 70.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,488 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1956. The average annual property tax is $2,677 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 24.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,400
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,400
Median List Price$199,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$199,000
$/Sq Ft$118
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops27.3%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$916
21% below US avg
Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.4%
Owner-Occupied70.4%
Renter-Occupied29.6%
Housing Units3,488
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,677
24% below US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Nitro, 40.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 39.4% have high blood pressure. 20.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.8% report binge drinking. 30.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 32.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 23.6% experience frequent mental distress. 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:954. The dentist ratio is 1:2,376. 67.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.3%
45% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression32.5%
Mental Distress23.6%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Primary Care1:954
Dentists1:2,376
Mental Health1:919
Checkup Rate78.7%
Dental Visits60.1%
Premature Death9,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access67.0%
Healthcare Facilities137
Nitro has a violent crime rate of 234 per 100,000 residents, 38% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 218.6 per 100,000, robbery at 15.6, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,434 per 100,000, 75% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,919, burglary at 312, vehicle theft at 203 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Nitro receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent234.2/100K
38% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery15.6/100K
Assault218.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,434.3/100K
75% above US avg
Burglary312.2/100K
Theft2,919.1/100K
Vehicle Theft202.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents354
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Nitro experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 297 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 951 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation951 ft (290 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.1 km²)
Population Density1,297/sq mi
Coordinates38.4116°N, 81.8078°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyPutnam County County
Nearest AirportWest Virginia International Yeager (CRW)
12 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.88"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.80"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score74.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability34.5 / 100
Community Resilience58.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

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

Nov 20, 2013 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio M3.5 120 km
Apr 22, 1991 14 km ESE of Falling Spring, West Virginia M3.5 150 km
Apr 4, 2010 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia M3.4 80 km
May 24, 2017 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio M3.4 108 km
Apr 24, 2009 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio M3.4 69 km
Mar 31, 2013 West Virginia M3.4 89 km
Sep 13, 2017 11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia M3.2 142 km
Feb 3, 2025 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio M3.1 88 km
Dec 4, 2001 9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia M3.1 120 km
Aug 31, 2011 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio M3.1 126 km
Apr 2, 2017 5 km W of Graysville, Ohio M3.0 148 km
Jun 28, 1991 4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia M3.0 46 km
Apr 25, 2020 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky M2.9 103 km
Feb 3, 2025 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio M2.8 113 km
Jan 10, 2012 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia M2.8 81 km
Jul 30, 2013 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.8 91 km
May 6, 2002 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio M2.8 60 km
Feb 15, 2005 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia M2.8 136 km
Aug 31, 2011 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia M2.8 119 km
Jul 20, 2013 6 km SW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.7 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

100 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 9 fatalities, 179 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 23, 1968 EF5 92 km 7
Sep 16, 2010 EF3 83 km 1
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 95 km 0
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 97 km 1
Apr 8, 1965 EF3 74 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 2 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 84 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 79 km 0
Jul 4, 2016 EF2 80 km 0
Jul 10, 2003 EF2 94 km 0
May 8, 2002 EF2 69 km 0
Jun 15, 2000 EF2 64 km 0
Jan 8, 1998 EF2 96 km 0
May 26, 1990 EF2 59 km 0
Mar 13, 1967 EF2 60 km 0
Feb 25, 1961 EF2 75 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 56 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 79 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 5 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 34 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BRUSHY (61,231 ac, 1987).

Year Name Acres Distance
1987 BRUSHY 61,231 63 km
1987 UNNAMED 41,794 93 km
1987 UNNAMED 38,312 94 km
1991 KAYFORD MOUNTAIN 31,509 59 km
1991 JENNINGS CREEK 29,308 76 km
1987 UNNAMED 27,317 83 km
1991 WHITE OAK BRANCH 25,550 32 km
1987 ELLIS CREEK 24,070 64 km
1987 UNNAMED 21,562 97 km
1991 TUG RIVER 20,813 91 km
1991 BROWNS BRANCH 17,324 57 km
1991 HUFF CREEK 15,190 79 km
1987 RUCKERS BRANCH 14,744 39 km
1987 UNNAMED 14,554 69 km
1991 ROLLINS BRANCH 14,435 74 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,264 96 km
1991 GAULEY MTN 13,113 64 km
1991 ROCK HOUSE BRANCH 13,056 77 km
1991 TOMS BRANCH 11,849 52 km
1991 UNNAMED 11,117 99 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.1 in
March 44°F (7°C) 3.8 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
June 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in
July 75°F (24°C) 4.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 4.3 in
September 67°F (20°C) 3.6 in
October 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in Driest
November 46°F (8°C) 3.4 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.4 in

Nitro has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 32°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.9") and October the driest (2.8").

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Nitro is located in Putnam County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 15.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 72.2% of the vote, a 46.3-point margin. 83.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 137 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 90% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 46.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents354
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score6.04
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density1,297/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi
CountyPutnam County County

Services

Broadband Access83.8%
Avg Download Speed69.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities137
Restaurants100
Retail Stores171

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%
Average costs for common services in Nitro. 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$707
Toddler$673
Preschool$706
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$657
Toddler$731
Preschool$780
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Putnam County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 3,182 55 $85,778 1.83
Construction 2,689 201 $82,682 2.41
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,633 297 $56,343 0.87
Retail Trade 2,290 182 $39,017 1.08
Accommodation & Food Services 1,679 107 $20,501 0.87
Wholesale Trade 1,173 138 $84,885 1.40
Administrative & Waste Services 1,054 146 $56,896 0.84
Professional & Technical Services 1,051 227 $74,376 0.71
Transportation & Warehousing 804 62 $74,736 0.89
Other Services 499 105 $57,746 0.78
Finance & Insurance 463 115 $86,019 0.54
Utilities 398 10 $125,079 4.93
Arts & Entertainment 291 25 $16,330 0.82
Management of Companies 288 18 $78,977 0.81
Information & Technology 180 29 $77,065 0.45
Real Estate 178 65 $47,024 0.54
Agriculture & Forestry 91 6 $27,606 0.53
Educational Services 36 13 $41,092 0.08
Mining & Oil/Gas 8 6 $138,161 0.10
Unclassified 4 4 $36,076 0.14

Schools in Nitro

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
NITRO HIGH SCHOOL High 827 37 22.4:1
NITRO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 364 21 17.3:1
ROCK BRANCH ELEMENTARY Elementary 214 18 11.9:1
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Radio Stations near Nitro

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Nitro

28 national parks and monuments found near Nitro.

ParkTypeFee
Babcock State Park State Park Free
Beech Fork State Park State Park Free
Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park State Park Free
Bluestone Lake State Park State Park Free
Bluestone National Scenic River National Scenic River Free
Bluestone State Park State Park Free
Camp Creek State Park State Park Free
Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park State Park Free
Cedar Creek State Park State Park Free
Chief Logan State Park State Park Free
Forked Run State Park State Park Free
Gauley River National Recreation Area National Recreation Area Free
Hawks Nest State Park State Park Free
Howes State Park State Park Free
Jackson Lake State Park State Park Free
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park State Park Free
Lake Alma State Park State Park Free
Lake Hope State Park State Park Free
Little Beaver State Park State Park Free
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve National Park & Preserve Free
North Bend State Park State Park Free
Ohio River Forked Run State Park State Park Free
Panther State Forest State Park Free
Pipestem Resort State Park State Park Free
Tar Hollow State Park State Park Free
Tu-Endie-Wei State Park State Park Free
Twin Falls Resort State Park State Park Free
Yatesville Lake State Park State Park Free

Museums in Nitro

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ERMA BYRD ART GALLERYART MUSEUM8009954682$53,211,271
CALHOUN COUNTY HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUMONE CLAY SQUARE3045613570$9,829,667
WEST VIRGINIA SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM$9,829,667
WEST VIRGINIA MUSIC HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM3043424412$141,009
EXECUTIVE MANSION RENOVATION FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION$135,000
CRAIK PATTONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3049255341$117,327
PRESERVATION ALLIANCE OF WESTHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPEOPLES BUILDING 421 DAVIS AVE #33043456005$113,908
CRAIK-PATTON HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3049255341$26,569
SCOTTISH RITE OF CHARLESTONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3043427833$6,696
AVAMPATO DISCOVERY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1 CLAY SQUARE3045613570
BLAIR MOUNTAINHISTORY MUSEUM
BUFFALO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CLAY CENTER FOR THE ARTS AND SCIENCES OF WEST VIRGINIASCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUMONE CLAY SQUARE
DELLA BROWN TAYLOR HARDMAN ART GALLERYART MUSEUM
ELECTRIC SKY THEATERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUMONE CLAY SQUARE
ELIZAVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
KANAWHA VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3043427676
KANAWHA VALLEY RAILROAD CLUBGENERAL MUSEUM
MUSEUM IN THE COMMUNITYGENERAL MUSEUM3045620484
NITRO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3047278845
SOUTH CHARLESTON MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3047449711
ST ALBANS CHESAPEAKE AND OHIO MODELERS CLUBHISTORY MUSEUM3047270775
SUNRISE MUSEUMSGENERAL MUSEUM3043448035
WEST VIRGINIA CULTURE AND HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM
WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
WEST VIRGINIA STATE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3045580220

Libraries in Nitro

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
KANAWHA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY123 CAPITOL ST.0.0747,644
SOUTH CHARLESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY312 4TH AVENUE0.0107,843
PUTNAM COUNTY LIBRARY4219 STATE RT. 340.082,715
NITRO PUBLIC LIBRARY1700 PARK AVE.0.015,358

Farmers Markets in Nitro

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Capitol Market800 Smith St.Visit
East End Bazaar1428 Washington StreetVisit
Putnam Farmers Market1 Valley Way05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit

Hotels in Nitro

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Inn Express
Sleep Inn
Wyndham Garden

Restaurants in Nitro

16 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Barnyard BBQ
Bob Evans
Buffalo Wild Wings
Cracker Barrel
Golden Corral
Golden Wok
Guadalajara Modern Mexican
Li'l Huskies
Mediterranean Breeze Restaurant
Prime Station
Red Line Diner
Rice Bowl
Rocas
Sakura Habatchi
Shima's
TGI Friday's

Cinemas in Nitro

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Regal Cinema Nitro 12

Clinics in Nitro

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CAMC
Med Express
Thomas Urgent Care

Gas Stations in Nitro

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Exxon
Exxon
GoMart
GoMart
Speedway
Speedway

Banks in Nitro

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

City National Bank
Truist

Gyms in Nitro

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
Planet Fitness

Breweries in Nitro

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Broadway, Home, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar and Gay Bar, Venues, Drinking places, WV>Bar, WV>Gay Bar, Bar and210 Leon Sullivan WayVisit
Pepsi Bottling GroupBeverage Manufacturers, Beverages, Bottlers, (1), Nitro Beverages Manufacturers, Nitro, WV, Nitro, B100 Independent Ave3047559741Visit

Pharmacies in Nitro

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
FRUTH PHARMACY - 7 106 21ST STREET 304-755-0128
OMNICARE 4200 1ST AVENUE 304-755-8460
RITE AID - 945 100 21ST STREET 304-755-3391

Cell Towers in Nitro

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2257 Fisher Ridge Road (81022)LTOWER99
2257 Fisher Ridge Road (81022)LTOWER99
Hurricane Creek Site - 455 DANIEL BOONE TRAILTOWER91
Route 3, Box 82 (101959)LTOWER91
Route 3, Box 82 (101959)LTOWER91
St. Albans Cell Site - Rt. 2 Box 9, Dry Ridge RoadTOWER88
Turley Drive Star Route 917 (2459)LTOWER73
Turley Drive Star Route 917 (2459)LTOWER73
Ruth Cell Site - 0.3 mi NW of Childress & Chestnut RdsGTOWER61
8500' SSE OF I/S I-77 & WV S.R. 34TOWER61
CUSTER RIDGE OLD CROSS CREEK RIDGE ROAD LOT 2 (2402)GTOWER60
CUSTER RIDGE OLD CROSS CREEK RIDGE ROAD LOT 2 (2402)GTOWER60
Hollow Dry Branch Dr (2394)LTOWER60
Hollow Dry Branch Dr (2394)LTOWER60
HAINES BRANCH RD (2407)LTOWER55
HAINES BRANCH RD (2407)LTOWER55

Fire Stations in Nitro

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Nitro Fire Department2009 20TH STMostly career304-755-1437

Bridges in Nitro

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous196221103,900F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200040293,300F
CulvertConcrete continuous19653256,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196130248,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous199820320,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197632712,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201116310,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19611514,300P
Truss (Thru)Steel20091152,763F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1992262,000F
SlabConcrete19502570F
CulvertSteel19723240G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19983940F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196420230P

Amtrak Stations in Nitro

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Charleston, WV350 MacCorkle Avenue - SoutheastTRAIN

Airports Near Nitro

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Raleigh County Memorial AirportBKWMedium Airport
Yeager AirportCRWMedium Airport
Bellville Dam Landing StripSmall Airport
Boggs FieldSmall Airport
Crazy Horse AirportSmall Airport
Fayette AirportSmall Airport
Gallia Meigs Regional AirportSmall Airport
Hales Landing AirportSmall Airport
Island AirportSmall Airport
Jackson County AirportSmall Airport
Kurt's FieldSmall Airport
Lawrence County AirparkHTWSmall Airport
Lieving AirportSmall Airport
Logan County AirportSmall Airport
Mallory AirportSmall Airport
Mason County AirportSmall Airport
Miller AirportSmall Airport
New River Gorge AirportSmall Airport
Ona AirparkSmall Airport
Robert Newlon FieldSmall Airport
Slate Run AirportSmall Airport
Southern West Virginia Regional AirportSmall Airport
Stanger To Blue Waters Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Sword Flight Park UltralightSmall Airport

Police Stations in Nitro

10 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Kanawah County Park Police Headquarter
Kanawha County Sheriff's Office
Kanawha County Sheriff's Office
Marmet Police Department
Saint Albans Police Department613 MacCorkle Avenue
United States Secret Service - Charleston Division
West Virginia Capitol Police - Govenror's Gate
West Virginia State Police
West Virginia State Police - Winfield Detachment
West Virginia State Police Turpike Division

Grocery Stores in Nitro

15 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 2092Other4104 1st Ave
Dollar Tree 946Other740 Nitro Market Pl
Family Dollar 2271Other909 Cross Lanes Dr
Go Mart 20Convenience Store3302 1st Ave
Little General Store Inc 7710Convenience Store932 Cross Lanes Dr
One Stop 8103Convenience Store320 Goff Mountain Rd
One Stop 8135Convenience Store4117 1st Ave
Par Mar Store 106Convenience Store402 4th St
Par Mar Store 222Convenience Store2725 Winfield Rd
Save A LotSupermarket901 Cross Lanes Dr
Sheetz 612Convenience Store104 Lakeview Dr
Speedway 9233Convenience Store4001 1st Ave
SPEEDWAY 9278Convenience Store304 Goff Mountain Rd
Walgreens 11750Other101 Goff Moutain Rd
Walmart Supercenter 2576Super Store100 Nitro Market Pl

Treatment Centers in Nitro

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
AppleGate RecoverySubstance Abuse681-205-8108
Charleston Comprehensive Trt Ctr - Charleston Treatment Center LLCSubstance Abuse304-344-5924
Chesapeake Healthcare CenterBoth304-220-2111
KVC West VirginiaMental Health304-532-4840
National Youth Advocate Program Inc - WinfieldMental Health304-382-1312
Prestera Health ServicesBoth304-414-3076
REA of Hope Fellowship HomeSubstance Abuse304-344-5363
Thomas Memorial Hospital - SouthWay Outpatient ServicesSubstance Abuse304-766-4560
Union Mission Addiction Recovery ProgBoth304-925-0366
Wise Path Recovery CentersBoth866-860-9772

DOL Wage Violations in Nitro

13 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $182,340 in back wages owed to 384 employees.

13
Violations
$182,340
Back Wages Owed
384
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
Apex Pipeline Services, Inc. SIGNIFICANT 25143 1 $121,020 $498 243
Nitro Construction 25143 1 $19,513 $1,301 15
Ray Delivery 25143 1 $16,870 $456 37
Small Stuff Inc. 25143 1 $8,498 $944 9
Security Group Services LLC 25143 1 $7,081 $157 45
Superior Home Specialists 25143 1 $2,325 $581 4
Pilot Travel Center 25143 1 $2,068 $295 7
Alford Home Solutions 25143 1 $1,813 $151 12
U-Stor Mini Self Storage 25143 1 $927 $464 2
Marty's Tire Store of Nitro 25143 1 $805 $161 5
Guadalajara Modern Mexican Restaurant 25143 1 $742 $247 3
Business as Usual 25143 1 $473 $473 1
Castaways Bar & Grill 25143 1 $204 $204 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nitro

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ABUNDANT LIFE MINISTRIES4519 1ST AVE
COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH424 CROSS LANES DR
GODS RESTORATION MINISTRY INC214 CROSS LANES DR APT 3
HOLY TRINITY CHURCH2219 22ND ST
NITRO CHURCH OF GODPO BOX 277
NITRO CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE1400 SATTES CIR
NITRO FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH2200 2ND AVE
TWIN CITY BIBLE CHURCH100 1ST AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nitro

What is the population of Nitro?

Nitro has a population of 6,941 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 1,297 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is Nitro expensive to live in?

Nitro 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 $52,247, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $120,400 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $916 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Nitro safe?

Nitro is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 234 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,434 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Nitro receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Nitro?

Nitro has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Nitro?

Nitro has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,238. There are 1,894 business establishments in the area, including 100 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 2.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Nitro?

The median home value in Nitro is $120,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $916. Fair market rent is $766 for a 1-bedroom and $945 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 70.4%. The average annual property tax is $2,677.

How are the schools in Nitro?

Schools in Nitro score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.2% of adults in Nitro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Nitro?

The obesity rate in Nitro is 40.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.3% of adults are smokers. 30.8% are physically inactive. 32.5% of residents report depression. 8.6% lack health insurance. 67.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:954.

What is transportation like in Nitro?

The average commute in Nitro is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Nitro?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Nitro is 91.7% White, 1.5% Black or African American, 2.2% Hispanic or Latino. 99.6% of residents speak only English at home. 5.3% of the population are military veterans. 14.9% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

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