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Ripley, WV

West Virginia · Jackson County

Ripley is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 3,066. Residents earn $35,120 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,066 Population 952/sq mi density
$35,120 Median Income $28,459 per capita
$119,300 Home Value $195,740 Zillow
$569 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$35,120 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$119,300 home value, $569/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $35,120
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,300
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $569
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,066
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density952/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$35,120
Per Capita$28,459
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$1,066M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,300
Rent$569
Ownership54.0%
Zillow$195,740
Housing Units1,557
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property369/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity43.7%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking21.4%
Depression33.8%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation599 ft (183 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+84.5%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score5.16

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute24 min
Broadband85.0%
EV Stations3
Libraries2

Is Ripley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ripley receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Ripley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ripley is $35,120, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ripley is $119,300, 58% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $569 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Ripley 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 369 per 100,000, 81% below the national average.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Ripley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Ripley has a population of 3,066 with a density of 952 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.1% female and 53.9% male. The city is predominantly White (93.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.1% of residents. 11.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 24.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,066
Total Population
952
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ripley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ripley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ripley is $35,120, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,459 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,018, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 726 business establishments, including 47 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. 6.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ripley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,120
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,459
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$62,241
Gini Index0.502 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)726
County GDP$1,066M

Business (County)

Restaurants47
Healthcare60
Retail83
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,365
32% below US avg
Cost of Living89.50 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Ripley is $119,300, 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,740, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $569 (51% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $766 for a one-bedroom to $945 for a two-bedroom apartment. 54.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,557 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $2,365 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 27.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,300
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,740
Median List Price$219,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$219,000
$/Sq Ft$175
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$569
51% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership54.0%
Owner-Occupied54.0%
Renter-Occupied46.0%
Housing Units1,557
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,365
32% below US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
In Ripley, 43.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.0% of residents, above the national average. 40.3% have high blood pressure. 21.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.3% report binge drinking. 33.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 33.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 23.7% experience frequent mental distress. 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,774. The dentist ratio is 1:2,772. 52.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure40.3%
Asthma12.9%
COPD9.9%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.4%
53% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity33.8%
Depression33.8%
Mental Distress23.7%
Physical Distress17.2%
Short Sleep46.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,774
Dentists1:2,772
Mental Health1:1,061
Checkup Rate78.8%
Dental Visits50.1%
Premature Death11,780/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access52.0%
Healthcare Facilities60
Ripley has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 369 per 100,000, 81% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 369, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Ripley receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property368.6/100K
81% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft368.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents219
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Ripley experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 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 46.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 599 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation599 ft (183 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density952/sq mi
Coordinates38.8216°N, 81.7093°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyJackson County County
Nearest AirportWest Virginia International Yeager (CRW)
31 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.0"
21% above US avg
Snowfall 11.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.88"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.07"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score56.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability64.9 / 100
Community Resilience36.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

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

Nov 20, 2013 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio M3.5 81 km
May 24, 2017 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio M3.4 80 km
Apr 4, 2010 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia M3.4 73 km
Jun 3, 2017 1 km WNW of Batesville, Ohio M3.4 127 km
Apr 24, 2009 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio M3.4 52 km
Mar 31, 2013 West Virginia M3.4 79 km
Dec 4, 2001 9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia M3.1 148 km
Feb 3, 2025 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio M3.1 76 km
Aug 31, 2011 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio M3.1 79 km
Apr 22, 2025 3 km ESE of Buffalo, Ohio M3.1 121 km
Apr 24, 2025 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio M3.1 118 km
Apr 2, 2017 5 km W of Graysville, Ohio M3.0 102 km
Jun 28, 1991 4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia M3.0 73 km
Apr 25, 2020 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky M2.9 107 km
May 9, 2025 3 km S of Pleasant City, Ohio M2.9 117 km
Feb 3, 2025 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio M2.8 68 km
Jul 30, 2013 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.8 69 km
May 6, 2002 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio M2.8 21 km
Aug 31, 2011 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia M2.8 75 km
Jan 10, 2012 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia M2.8 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

105 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 8 fatalities, 141 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 23, 1968 EF5 96 km 7
Sep 16, 2010 EF3 38 km 1
Oct 1, 1986 EF3 96 km 0
Apr 8, 1965 EF3 96 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 92 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 44 km 0
Sep 16, 2010 EF2 80 km 0
Jul 10, 2003 EF2 48 km 0
May 8, 2002 EF2 56 km 0
Jun 15, 2000 EF2 60 km 0
Jan 8, 1998 EF2 51 km 0
May 26, 1990 EF2 86 km 0
Jul 28, 1981 EF2 75 km 0
Jul 24, 1971 EF2 81 km 0
Mar 13, 1967 EF2 22 km 0
May 26, 2024 EF1 85 km 0
May 9, 2024 EF1 58 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 52 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 61 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 70 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 95 km
1991 WHITE OAK BRANCH 25,550 77 km
1991 BROWNS BRANCH 17,324 99 km
1987 RUCKERS BRANCH 14,744 84 km
1991 GAULEY MTN 13,113 88 km
1991 TOMS BRANCH 11,849 85 km
1991 LEFT FORK 10,196 70 km
1991 DRY BRANCH 8,059 73 km
1987 RICK CREEK ROAD 7,740 90 km
1991 CARBANATE 6,533 81 km
1987 JOES BRANCH 6,340 79 km
1987 PLUM BRANCH 6,223 92 km
1987 TUCKER HOLLOW 5,862 83 km
1987 HUNTERS BRANCH 5,592 89 km
1991 PRICHARD 5,220 98 km
1987 BULL CREEK 5,080 67 km
1991 BALL FORK 4,961 89 km
1991 MILBURN 4,777 96 km
1991 BEND BRANCH 4,605 100 km
1999 SCHYLER FORK 4,417 84 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 3.1 in Driest
March 44°F (6°C) 3.9 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.6 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in
June 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
July 76°F (24°C) 4.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.5 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in

Ripley has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 33°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.9") and February the driest (3.1").

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Ripley is located in Jackson County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 20.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 77.3% of the vote, a 56.2-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 60 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 79.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.3%
D 21.1%

Winner: Republican by 56.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents219
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+84.5%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score5.16
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density952/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi
CountyJackson County County

Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Avg Download Speed51.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed10.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants47
Retail Stores83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%
Average costs for common services in Ripley. 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$790
Toddler$750
Preschool$769
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$691
Toddler$586
Preschool$586
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Jackson County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 1,588 22 $88,555 2.47
Retail Trade 1,093 89 $34,040 1.40
Accommodation & Food Services 743 46 $18,038 1.05
Construction 310 64 $58,032 0.76
Professional & Technical Services 235 67 $66,070 0.43
Wholesale Trade 220 28 $48,188 0.71
Transportation & Warehousing 204 20 $80,363 0.62
Other Services 200 47 $36,281 0.85
Finance & Insurance 182 40 $50,905 0.57
Real Estate 156 21 $53,059 1.29
Administrative & Waste Services 122 34 $46,199 0.27
Arts & Entertainment 77 12 $16,522 0.59
Information & Technology 32 16 $84,364 0.22
Management of Companies 23 6 $75,192 0.17
Utilities 22 4 $118,128 0.74
Unclassified 2 2 $173,105 0.18

Hospitals in Ripley

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
JACKSON GENERAL HOSPITAL Critical Access Hospitals 3/5 Yes (304) 372-2731

Schools in Ripley

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
RIPLEY HIGH SCHOOL High 812 52 15.6:1
RIPLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle 613 44 13.9:1
RIPLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 563 45 12.5:1
FAIRPLAIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 168 14 12.0:1
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Radio Stations near Ripley

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Nothing But Oldies 50s, 60s MP3 128 kbps
WVAM-AM 1450, FM 98.1 & 107.9 "The True Oldies Channel" Parkersburg, WV oldies MP3 64 kbps

National Parks Near Ripley

29 national parks and monuments found near Ripley.

ParkTypeFee
Babcock State Park State Park Free
Beech Fork State Park State Park Free
Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park State Park Free
Blue Rock State Park State Park Free
Burr Oak 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
Hocking Hills State Park State Park Free
Howes State Park State Park Free
Jackson Lake State Park State Park Free
Lake Alma State Park State Park Free
Lake Hope State Park State Park Free
Lake Logan State Park State Park Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 3 State Park State Park Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 4 State Park State Park Free
Muskingum Lock & Dam 5 State Park State Park Free
Muskingum River Parkway State Park State Park Free
Muskingum River State Park State Park Free
Muskingum River 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
Tu-Endie-Wei State Park State Park Free
Wolf Run State Park State Park Free
Yatesville Lake State Park State Park Free

Libraries in Ripley

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
JACKSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY208 N. CHURCH ST.0.081,428

Farmers Markets in Ripley

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
ITTLE MOBILE MARKET3321 Cabin Ridge Road05/06/2017 to 10/28/2017Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Jackson County Farmers marketMcGraw StreetMay to OctoberSat:8:00 AM - 1:00 PM;
Mason County Farmers Market (Point Pleasant & Hartford/New Haven Markets)Route 62May to SeptemberThu:8:00 am - 12:10 pm;

Hotels in Ripley

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Inn Express - Ripley
Quality Inn - Ripley

Restaurants in Ripley

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bob Evans
Crabby Patti's
Downtowner Restaurant
gino's pizza
Ponderosa Steakhouse
Shoney's

Theatres in Ripley

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amphitheatre

Gas Stations in Ripley

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Kroger
Marathon
Sheetz
Speedway

Banks in Ripley

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

City National Bank
Truist

Gyms in Ripley

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gymfiniti
US #613971552

Nursing Homes in Ripley

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
ELDERCARE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION
107 MILLER DRIVE
For profit - Corporation 120 108 1/5 2/5 3/5 3043725115

Pharmacies in Ripley

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
FRUTH PHARMACY INC 509 CHURCH ST S 304-372-1605
KROGER MCGRAW STREET AND MAIN STREET WEST 304-372-5292
RIPLEY DRUG INC 328 MAIN ST W 304-372-9355
RITE AID - 959 635 MAIN STREET WEST 304-372-7448
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1450 200 ACADEMY DRIVE 304-372-4487

EV Charging Stations in Ripley

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Sheetz - Tesla Supercharger701 Main StTesla8TESLApublic
GM Storage of Ripley2107 Ripley RdNon-Networked1J1772public
McCoys Inn2 Fitness LaneBlink Network4J1772public

Cell Towers in Ripley

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
LEON-BADER RDTOWER152
Portion of 3.56 Acre Parcel Ripley and Washington (2443)GTOWER126
Portion of 3.56 Acre Parcel Ripley and Washington (2443)GTOWER126
(Ravenswood) UTAH HILL ROADTOWER114
2257 Fisher Ridge Road (81022)LTOWER99
2257 Fisher Ridge Road (81022)LTOWER99
481 GREY DRIVE (100907)LTOWER92
481 GREY DRIVE (100907)LTOWER92
481 GREY DRIVE (100907)LTOWER92
47665 Greenwood Cemetery Road (109805)LTOWER88
ROUTE 1 BOX 232C (13782)LTOWER84
ROUTE 1 BOX 232C (13782)LTOWER84
ROUTE 1 BOX 232C (13782)LTOWER84
8500' SSE OF I/S I-77 & WV S.R. 34TOWER61
1592 Browns Ridge Rd (Rockport 100045365)TOWER61
ROUTE 1 (2448)LTOWER59
ROUTE 1 (2448)LTOWER59

Fire Stations in Ripley

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Ripley Volunteer Fire DepartmentPO Box 454Volunteer304-372-9271

Bridges in Ripley

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200324715,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19651129,750F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19651129,750F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19591349,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20021509,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19581329,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19581579,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19581589,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19581349,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20111809,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20101809,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19641329,550F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20202619,550F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19642619,550F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19491707,700P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19641326,850F
Tee BeamConcrete19251076,500P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19671626,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20111594,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1987613,900P
SlabConcrete1925343,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19541743,800F
SlabConcrete1925573,800F
Truss (Thru)Steel19221032,400P
SlabConcrete1933282,100P
SlabConcrete1929332,100P
SlabConcrete1924362,100F
SlabConcrete1929372,100P
SlabConcrete1929322,100F
SlabConcrete1923342,100P
Tee BeamConcrete1933442,000F
Arch (Deck)Concrete1923492,000P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1994961,000G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2001461,000G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete192543850F
CulvertConcrete continuous194321750G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197165750P
CulvertConcrete continuous194323750F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199650650G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete200674650F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197743600G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous2020174550G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete202254550G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199798500F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199772500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198883500G
Arch (Deck)Concrete191463500P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199134450G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199874450G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1980109450F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199666450G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1996105350G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199855350F
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete195026350P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous1986284250P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1963262250F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel continuous195047200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195052200P
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete195027200F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200374150G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198844150G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1887104150P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1991124100G
SlabConcrete193025100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1980201100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19753190G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201810390G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19944880G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20154880G
Channel BeamConcrete195513775P
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron19992360F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19663160P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20023550G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20007640F
Truss (Thru)Steel200915440G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19814040P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19502730P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19886120G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20042420G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20135010G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20088210G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19803410P
SlabConcrete19252610F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19803410P

Correctional Facilities in Ripley

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
JACKSON COUNTY SHERIFF100 MAPLE ST.COUNTY-999OPEN

Airports Near Ripley

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mid Ohio Valley Regional AirportPKBMedium Airport
Yeager AirportCRWMedium Airport
Bald Eagle FieldSmall Airport
Bellville Dam Landing StripSmall Airport
Blue Bird AirportSmall Airport
Boggs FieldSmall Airport
Checkpoint Charlie AirportSmall Airport
Crazy Horse AirportSmall Airport
Gallia Meigs Regional AirportSmall Airport
Hales Landing AirportSmall Airport
Island AirportSmall Airport
Jackson County AirportSmall Airport
Kurt's FieldSmall Airport
Lazy-W AirportSmall Airport
Lee Massey AirportSmall Airport
Lieving AirportSmall Airport
Mallory AirportSmall Airport
Mason County AirportSmall Airport
Miller AirportSmall Airport
New River Gorge AirportSmall Airport
Ohio University AirportATOSmall Airport
Ona AirparkSmall Airport
Robert Newlon FieldSmall Airport
Rod's Sod AirportSmall Airport
Scott FieldSmall Airport
Slate Run AirportSmall Airport
Stanger To Blue Waters Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Sword Flight Park UltralightSmall Airport
Vinton County AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Ripley

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Jackson County Sheriff98 Maple Street

Grocery Stores in Ripley

20 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
21 Market LlcConvenience Store425 Church St N
Certified Oil 279Convenience Store262 1/2 Church St S
Dollar General 22940Other96 Evansview Rd
Dollar General 25792Other326 Main St W
Dollar General 6352Other3052 Charleston Rd
Dollar Tree 3856Other120 McGraw St
Exxon 77 #107Convenience Store141 Clay Lick Rd
Family Dollar 11710Other7124 Parkersburg Rd
Go Mart 33Convenience Store47 Shinn Lane
Hilltop Fresh Meat MarketFarmers and Markets436 Church St S
Kroger 708Super Store106 McGraw St
Love's Travel Stop 378Convenience Store3875 Charleston Rd
Marathon 77 132Convenience Store703 Main St W
Par Mar Store 126Convenience Store237 South St
Ripley Duchess 1110Convenience Store100 Duke St
Ripley MarketFarmers and Markets110 Academy Dr
Sheetz 584Convenience Store701 Main St W
Speedway 9561Convenience Store3451 Charleston Rd
Walgreens 17116Other635 Main St W
Walmart Supercenter 1450Super Store200 Academy Dr

Post Offices in Ripley

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Gay Post Office
Kenna Post Office

DOL Wage Violations in Ripley

16 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $78,645 in back wages owed to 137 employees.

16
Violations
$78,645
Back Wages Owed
137
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
Las Trancas Restaurant Ripley 25271 1 $43,957 $2,930 15
Mountain View Care Center 25271 2 $9,936 $148 67
Bridgeport Equipment and Tool 25271 1 $7,311 $1,044 7
Ripley Police Department 25271 1 $6,121 $765 8
Ripley Family Medicine 25271 1 $3,599 $1,200 3
L & R Well Service 25271 1 $1,759 $440 4
Kiddy Korner 25271 1 $1,503 $215 7
Econolodge (Radhe Hospitality LLC) 25271 1 $1,172 $234 5
Marathon 77 #132 25271 1 $770 $770 1
Winters Excavating 25271 1 $646 $323 2
Computers and Wireless 101 25271 1 $605 $121 5
Johnny Mac's 25271 1 $538 $179 3
Layne & Myers 25271 1 $407 $136 3
Econolodge 25271 1 $201 $50 4
Fairplain Yacht Club 25271 1 $92 $46 2
Midland Food Group dba Pizza Hut 25271 1 $29 $29 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ripley

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH640 PLEASANT VALLEY RD
FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD2866 RIPLEY RD
FREEDOM OF THE CROSS MINISTRIES INC137 HOUNDOG LN
OPEN BIBLE CHURCH203 STRAIGHT ST
PARCHMENT VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH1883 RIPLEY RD
RESOURCE CONNECTION OUTREACH CENTER3991 RIPLEY RD
RIPLEY PENTECOSTALS INCPO BOX 928

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Bigfoot Sightings
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Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Mines
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Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ripley

What is the population of Ripley?

Ripley has a population of 3,066 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 952 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.1% female and 53.9% male.

Is Ripley expensive to live in?

Ripley 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 $35,120, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $119,300 (58% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $569 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Ripley safe?

Ripley 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 369 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Ripley receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ripley?

Ripley has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.0 inches, with 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Ripley?

The job market in Ripley is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,018. There are 726 business establishments in the area, including 47 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 6.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Ripley?

The median home value in Ripley is $119,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,740. For renters, the median monthly rent is $569. Fair market rent is $766 for a 1-bedroom and $945 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 54.0%. The average annual property tax is $2,365.

How are the schools in Ripley?

Schools in Ripley score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 20.3% of adults in Ripley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Ripley?

The obesity rate in Ripley is 43.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.4% of adults are smokers. 33.8% are physically inactive. 33.8% of residents report depression. 9.0% lack health insurance. 52.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,774.

What is transportation like in Ripley?

The average commute in Ripley is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 79.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Ripley?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ripley is 93.7% White, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 99.1% of residents speak only English at home. 11.9% of the population are military veterans. 24.4% of residents have a disability. 98.8% have health insurance coverage.

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