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Oak Hill, WV

West Virginia · Raleigh County · Beckley Metro

Oak Hill is a small city in West Virginia with a population of 8,057. Residents earn $51,799 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,057 Population 831/sq mi density
$51,799 Median Income $27,432 per capita
$110,400 Home Value $146,662 Zillow
$826 Median Rent 30.6% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
61 Violent Crime/100K 172 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$51,799 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,400 home value, $826/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
61 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $51,799
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,400
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 61/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $826
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,057
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density831/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,799
Per Capita$27,432
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$4,532M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,400
Rent$826
Ownership72.7%
Zillow$146,662
Housing Units4,083
Rent Burden30.6%

Crime

F
Violent61/100K
Property172/100K
Murder24.6/100K
Assault25/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking22.2%
Depression33.9%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,978 ft (603 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+86.2%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.02

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband84.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Oak Hill a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oak Hill is $51,799, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oak Hill is $110,400, 61% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Oak Hill is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 61 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 172 per 100,000, 91% below the national average.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Oak Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Oak Hill has a population of 8,057 with a density of 831 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.6% female and 45.4% male. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 7.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.7% of residents. 7.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 25.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,057
Total Population
831
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Oak Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oak Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oak Hill is $51,799, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,432 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,043, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 2,608 business establishments, including 129 restaurants. The cost of living index is 89.5, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 1.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Oak Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,799
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,432
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$63,527
Gini Index0.491 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,608
County GDP$4,532M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare299
Retail302
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg
Cost of Living89.50 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Oak Hill is $110,400, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,662, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.3% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $766 for a one-bedroom to $945 for a two-bedroom apartment. 72.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,083 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1972. The average annual property tax is $2,735 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 30.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,400
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$146,662
Median List Price$195,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$195,000
$/Sq Ft$110
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio95.3%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$826
29% below US avg
Rent Burden30.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.7%
Owner-Occupied72.7%
Renter-Occupied27.3%
Housing Units4,083
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg
Effective Rate2.48%
In Oak Hill, 40.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 38.2% have high blood pressure. 22.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.9% report binge drinking. 33.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 33.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 24.8% experience frequent mental distress. 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,294. The dentist ratio is 1:1,279. 56.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Oak Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma13.3%
COPD9.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.2%
59% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity33.9%
Depression33.9%
Mental Distress24.8%
Physical Distress17.4%
Short Sleep48.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,294
Dentists1:1,279
Mental Health1:340
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits50.4%
Premature Death16,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities299
Oak Hill has a violent crime rate of 61 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 24.6 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 12.3. The murder rate is 24.6 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 172 per 100,000, 91% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 172, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 10 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Oak Hill receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent61.4/100K
84% below US avg
Murder24.6/100K
290% above US avg
Rape12.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault24.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property172.0/100K
91% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft172.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents16
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Oak Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°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 47.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 1,978 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,978 ft (603 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²)
Population Density831/sq mi
Coordinates37.9720°N, 81.1579°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyRaleigh County County
Nearest AirportWest Virginia International Yeager (CRW)
37 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.9"
26% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.92"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.99"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score65.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability67.3 / 100
Community Resilience38.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

46 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 84 km
Apr 24, 2009 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio M3.4 143 km
Apr 4, 2010 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia M3.4 73 km
Jun 26, 1995 6 km NNW of Trout Dale, Virginia M3.4 139 km
Mar 31, 2013 West Virginia M3.4 80 km
Sep 13, 2017 11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia M3.2 68 km
Dec 4, 2001 9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia M3.1 45 km
Jun 28, 1991 4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia M3.0 33 km
May 16, 2009 2 km NNE of Cave Spring, Virginia M3.0 130 km
Jan 22, 1995 0 km WNW of Pulaski, Virginia M2.9 108 km
Jul 30, 2013 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.8 99 km
Jan 10, 2012 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia M2.8 70 km
Jul 4, 2009 3 km E of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 79 km
May 6, 2002 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio M2.8 126 km
Feb 15, 2005 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia M2.8 110 km
Jul 15, 2021 10 km S of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 87 km
May 12, 2017 6 km SSW of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 82 km
Jul 6, 2023 5 km S of Hillsville, Virginia M2.7 145 km
Jun 21, 2017 1 km SW of Pratt, West Virginia M2.7 33 km
Aug 18, 2000 2 km SSE of Narrows, Virginia M2.7 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

58 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 55 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 23 km 1
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 35 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 77 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 18 km 0
Oct 7, 2014 EF2 41 km 0
Jun 22, 1990 EF2 71 km 0
May 26, 1990 EF2 21 km 0
Jul 11, 1976 EF2 66 km 0
Apr 24, 1975 EF2 64 km 0
Apr 12, 1965 EF2 64 km 0
Apr 8, 1965 EF2 60 km 0
Feb 25, 1961 EF2 1 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 53 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 50 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 73 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 35 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 95 km 0
Jun 24, 2019 EF1 64 km 0
Oct 23, 2017 EF1 100 km 0
Jun 23, 2016 EF1 88 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 86 km
1987 UNNAMED 41,794 95 km
1991 KAYFORD MOUNTAIN 31,509 20 km
1987 UNNAMED 27,317 98 km
1991 WHITE OAK BRANCH 25,550 52 km
1987 ELLIS CREEK 24,070 28 km
1991 TUG RIVER 20,813 95 km
1991 BROWNS BRANCH 17,324 38 km
1991 HUFF CREEK 15,190 63 km
1987 RUCKERS BRANCH 14,744 54 km
1991 ROLLINS BRANCH 14,435 46 km
1991 GAULEY MTN 13,113 22 km
1991 ROCK HOUSE BRANCH 13,056 95 km
1991 TOMS BRANCH 11,849 23 km
2012 ALLEGHANY TUNNELS FIRES 11,055 89 km
1991 BRUSHY FORK 10,704 31 km
1991 LEFT FORK 10,196 45 km
1991 CANE ROCK 9,017 77 km
1987 PINE CREEK 8,864 84 km
1994 SCISSORSVILLE BRANCH 8,711 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 3.6 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.7 in
May 60°F (15°C) 4.3 in
June 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in
July 71°F (22°C) 4.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 4.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
November 44°F (6°C) 3.3 in
December 35°F (2°C) 3.4 in

Oak Hill has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 32°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.9") and February the driest (3.0").

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Oak Hill is located in Raleigh County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 15.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 54% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.4% of the vote, a 54.3-point margin. 84.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 299 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.4%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
Traffic Accidents16
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+86.2%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.02
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density831/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi
CountyRaleigh County County

Services

Broadband Access84.1%
Avg Download Speed53.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities299
Restaurants129
Retail Stores302

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%
Average costs for common services in Oak Hill. 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$736
Toddler$700
Preschool$722
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$676
Toddler$737
Preschool$737
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Raleigh 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 6,679 569 $53,377 1.44
Retail Trade 4,314 316 $37,740 1.34
Accommodation & Food Services 3,395 160 $21,959 1.16
Mining & Oil/Gas 2,048 28 $111,715 16.75
Administrative & Waste Services 2,024 174 $42,544 1.06
Construction 1,122 203 $59,354 0.66
Wholesale Trade 1,067 128 $71,810 0.84
Professional & Technical Services 983 228 $60,335 0.44
Other Services 910 162 $50,214 0.94
Finance & Insurance 886 120 $55,787 0.68
Transportation & Warehousing 688 85 $49,950 0.50
Manufacturing 642 58 $61,909 0.24
Real Estate 424 91 $52,955 0.85
Educational Services 392 22 $32,015 0.59
Arts & Entertainment 341 38 $24,496 0.63
Information & Technology 304 33 $62,858 0.50
Management of Companies 280 21 $80,267 0.51
Utilities 162 7 $99,307 1.32
Agriculture & Forestry 58 10 $54,739 0.22
Unclassified 5 8 $21,363 0.11

Colleges & Universities in Oak Hill

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Fayette Institute of Technology Public · Certificate 38

Hospitals in Oak Hill

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
CAMC PLATEAU MEDICAL CENTER, INC Critical Access Hospitals Yes (304) 469-8600

Schools in Oak Hill

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
OAK HILL HIGH High 1,164 68 17.1:1
NEW RIVER PRIMARY Elementary 664 42 15.8:1
OAK HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle 656 42 15.6:1
NEW RIVER INTERMEDIATE Elementary 581 44 13.2:1
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Radio Stations near Oak Hill

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BIG 104.7 WPGB-FM AAC

Campgrounds Near Oak Hill

8 campgrounds found near Oak Hill.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Grandview Playground Shelter 5.0/5 1 $90
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

National Parks Near Oak Hill

23 national parks and monuments found near Oak Hill.

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
Cedar Creek State Park State Park Free
Chief Logan 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
Little Beaver State Park State Park Free
Moncove Lake State Park State Park Free
New River Gorge National Park & Preserve National Park & Preserve Free
Panther State Forest State Park Free
Pinnacle Rock State Park State Park Free
Pipestem Resort State Park State Park Free
Stonewall Resort State Park State Park Free
Tu-Endie-Wei State Park State Park Free
Twin Falls Resort State Park State Park Free

Museums in Oak Hill

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BECKLEY PERFORMING ARTSHISTORIC PRESERVATION3042555684$39,780
MOUNT HOPE HERITAGE AND HOPEHISTORIC PRESERVATION$3,300
AFRICAN AMERICAN HERTIAGE FAMILY TREE MUSUEMGENERAL MUSEUMHC 67 BOX 58A3046585526
ANSTED CULTURE & HERITAGE MUSEMGENERAL MUSEUM3046585901
BECKLEY EXHIBITION COAL MINEGENERAL MUSEUM
FAYETTE & RALEIGH COUNTIES GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3042533557
FAYETTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GAULEY BRIDGE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HANK WILLIAMS MUSEUM INC OF OAK HILL WVGENERAL MUSEUM
LEWIS HOUSEHISTORY MUSEUM214 MAIN ST E3044696200
NEW RIVER GORGE NEW RIVERHISTORIC PRESERVATION3044650508
RALEIGH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION110 SUNSET DR C3045758562
RALEIGH COUNTY VETERAN'SHISTORIC PRESERVATION3042531775
RALEIGH COUNTY VETERANS ASSOCIATONGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 3165
SOUTHERN WEST VIRGINIA MULTICULTURAL MUSEUM AND COMMUNITY CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM
WHIPPLE COMPANY STORE & APPLACHIAN HERTIAGE EDUCATIONAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3044650331
WILDWOOD HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3042528614
YOUTH MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN WEST VIRGINIAGENERAL MUSEUM3042523730

Libraries in Oak Hill

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
KILLEEN CITY LIBRARY SYSTEM205 E CHURCH AVE0.0270,983
RALEIGH COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY221 N. KANAWHA ST.0.0265,143
FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY531 SUMMIT STREET0.073,542

Farmers Markets in Oak Hill

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers Market599 Market RoadThu: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM;
Fayette County Farmers Market138 E Main St06/25/2013 to 10/22/2013Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Fayette County Farmers Market312 N Court St05/11/2013 to 11/30/2013Sat: 7:30 AM-11:30 AM;

Hotels in Oak Hill

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Lodge

Restaurants in Oak Hill

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pizza Hut
Shoney's
Tom's Hot dogs

Cafes in Oak Hill

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Delfinow

Theatres in Oak Hill

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lively Amphitheater

Dentists in Oak Hill

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shady Spring Dental Care - Lochgelly

Gas Stations in Oak Hill

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Exxon
Little General Exxon Mobile
Mobil

Banks in Oak Hill

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BB&T
PCB Bank

Golf Courses in Oak Hill

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

White Oak Country Club

Nursing Homes in Oak Hill

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
HIDDEN VALLEY CENTER
422 23RD STREET
For profit - Corporation 80 78 4/5 2/5 4/5 3044651903

Pharmacies in Oak Hill

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
ACCESS HEALTH PHARMACY ONE PHYSICIANS DRIVE 304-469-3334
KMART 9000 FAYETTEVILLE ROAD 304-469-6091
KROGER 637 FAYETTE SQUARE 304-465-0321
MAIN STREET PHARMACY 435 WEST MAIN STREET 304-465-7200
RITE AID - 949 1201 MAIN STREET EAST 304-465-5658
WOODS PHARMACY 400 VIRGINIA STREET 304-469-2923

Cell Towers in Oak Hill

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1645 Burnwell Mountain Road (2401)GTOWER128
1645 Burnwell Mountain Road (2401)GTOWER128
1645 Burnwell Mountain Road (2401)GTOWER128
1645 Burnwell Mountain Road (2401)GTOWER128
624 Frank Ash Rd (99968)LTOWER96
624 Frank Ash Rd (99968)LTOWER96
500 Conley Lane (120498)LTOWER95
500 Conley Lane (120498)LTOWER95
646 Montgomery Tower Road (97060)GTOWER91
646 Montgomery Tower Road (97060)GTOWER91
South Columbia Road (100162)LTOWER78
South Columbia Road (100162)LTOWER78

Fire Stations in Oak Hill

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Oak Hill Fire Department99 Virginia STVolunteer304-465-5867

Bridges in Oak Hill

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19612018,979P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19602387,391P
SlabConcrete1939336,819F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19641812,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19651861,900F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20071631,700G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1988391,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19652910P

Amtrak Stations in Oak Hill

3 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Montgomery, WVThird Avenue and Washington StreetTRAIN
Prince, WV5034 Stanaford RoadTRAIN
Thurmond, WVHwy 25 & Hwy 2TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Oak Hill

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ELKEM METALSROUTE 60 EASTFAYETTE

Airports Near Oak Hill

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mercer County AirportBLFMedium Airport
Raleigh County Memorial AirportBKWMedium Airport
Yeager AirportCRWMedium Airport
Bocamanu AirportSmall Airport
Braxton County AirportSmall Airport
Fayette AirportSmall Airport
Herold AirportSmall Airport
Hinton-Alderson AirportSmall Airport
Island AirportSmall Airport
Kee FieldSmall Airport
Kurt's FieldSmall Airport
Lee Massey AirportSmall Airport
Mallory AirportSmall Airport
Mike Ferrell FieldSmall Airport
New River Gorge AirportSmall Airport
Peterstown AirportSmall Airport
Rainelle AirportSmall Airport
Richwood Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Stanger To Blue Waters Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Summersville AirportSmall Airport
Willow Bend AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Oak Hill

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
City Police Station
City Police Station
Fayetteville Police Department204 Church Street
Raleigh County Sheriff Substation
West Virginia State Police
West Virginia State Police, Troop 7

Grocery Stores in Oak Hill

16 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Appalachian Outpost StationConvenience Store1418 Main St E
BIG LOTS 3094Other291 Mall Rd
Co Mac Inc 2Convenience Store106 Jones Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 11213Other532 Jones Ave
Dollar General 919Other2013 Main St E
Dollar Tree 6426Other803 Main St E
Family Dollar 286Other809 Main St E
Fayette County Farmers MarketFarmers and Markets1200 Virginia Street
Grants Supermarket 11Supermarket3 Church St
KOUNTRY KORNERConvenience Store3179 Main St E
Kroger 780Super Store411 Mall Rd
Little General 2015Convenience Store402 Jones & Main St
Little General 3030Convenience Store602 Main St E
Mountaineer Mart 144Convenience Store164 Mall Rd
QUICK CHECKConvenience Store529 Jones Ave
Walgreens 17426Other1201 Main St E

Post Offices in Oak Hill

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lochgelly Post Office
Oak Hill Post Office

Treatment Centers in Oak Hill

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Beckley Comprehensive Treatment Center - Beckley Treatment Center LLCSubstance Abuse304-254-9262
Burlington United Methodist - Fam Servs/Beckley CenterMental Health304-252-8508
Department of Veterans Affairs Medical - Center Substance Abuse Treatment ProgSubstance Abuse304-255-2121 x4140
FMRS Health Systems Inc - Raleigh County OfficeBoth304-256-7100
KVC West VirginiaMental Health304-927-0015
Southern WV Fellowship Home IncSubstance Abuse304-253-1441

DOL Wage Violations in Oak Hill

14 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $184,479 in back wages owed to 181 employees.

14
Violations
$184,479
Back Wages Owed
181
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
Derrick Music Supply 25901 1 $56,550 $4,039 14
City Cab / City Van Service 25901 1 $55,300 $2,911 19
Kate Boone 25901 2 $31,604 $1,859 17
Holiday Inn New River Gorge IHG 25901 1 $16,952 $215 79
Master Roofers & Builders 25901 2 $15,570 $778 20
Fayette Awning & Glass 25901 2 $5,578 $1,394 4
Melissa's Country Kitchen 25901 1 $1,340 $670 2
General Ambulance 25901 1 $534 $59 9
General Ambulance Raleigh Inc. 25901 1 $316 $79 4
Roma Pizza & Grill 25901 1 $308 $77 4
D.T.E. Towing and Repair 25901 1 $236 $79 3
General Ambulance Wood Inc. 25901 1 $91 $30 3
Don Williams, LLC 25901 1 $81 $40 2
Sheets Chrysler Dodge 25901 1 $20 $20 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Oak Hill

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH OAK HILL1424 MAIN ST E
JONES AVENUE CHURCH OF GODPO BOX 104
LIFEBRIDGE ASSEMBLY OF GOD1513 MAIN ST E
NEW LIFE APOSTOLIC TABERNACLE CHURCH2421 SUMMERLEE RD
OAK HILL FIRST BRETHREN CHURCH142 CHURCH ST
PRACTICAL LIVING WORDS MINISTRY INC188 SUMMERLEE ROAD
SAINTS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC129 ELMORE ST
SUMMERLEE WESLEYAN CHURCH1880 SUMMERLEE RD
WRISTON FIRST CHURCH OF GODPO BOX 1539

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oak Hill

What is the population of Oak Hill?

Oak Hill has a population of 8,057 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 831 people per square mile, spread across 4.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.6% female and 45.4% male.

Is Oak Hill expensive to live in?

Oak Hill 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 $51,799, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $110,400 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Oak Hill safe?

Oak Hill is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 61 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 172 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Oak Hill receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Oak Hill?

Oak Hill has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Oak Hill?

Oak Hill has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,043. There are 2,608 business establishments in the area, including 129 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 1.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Oak Hill?

The median home value in Oak Hill is $110,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,662. For renters, the median monthly rent is $826. Fair market rent is $766 for a 1-bedroom and $945 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 72.7%. The average annual property tax is $2,735.

How are the schools in Oak Hill?

Schools in Oak Hill score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.4% of adults in Oak Hill hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Oak Hill?

The obesity rate in Oak Hill is 40.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 22.2% of adults are smokers. 33.9% are physically inactive. 33.9% of residents report depression. 9.6% lack health insurance. 56.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,294.

What is transportation like in Oak Hill?

The average commute in Oak Hill is 28 minutes. 79.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Oak Hill?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Oak Hill is 90.6% White, 7.1% Black or African American. 98.7% of residents speak only English at home. 7.5% of the population are military veterans. 25.6% of residents have a disability. 90.9% have health insurance coverage.

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