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Shepherdstown, WV

West Virginia · Jefferson County · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria Metro

Shepherdstown is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 1,399. Residents earn $62,500 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,399 Population 3,498/sq mi density
$62,500 Median Income $22,913 per capita
$474,500 Home Value $476,047 Zillow
$1,152 Median Rent 35.1% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$62,500 median income, 7.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$474,500 home value, $1,152/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
71.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $62,500
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $474,500
68% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 71.4%
112% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,152
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,399
Median Age21.7 yrs
Density3,498/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans0.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,500
Per Capita$22,913
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$3,037M
Commute18 min

Housing

C
Home Value$474,500
Rent$1,152
Ownership63.1%
Zillow$476,047
Housing Units422
Rent Burden35.1%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property168/100K

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking14.5%
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation407 ft (124 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+71.4%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+27.0%
School Score5.37

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute18 min
Broadband94.3%
EV Stations3
Libraries3

Is Shepherdstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shepherdstown receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Shepherdstown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shepherdstown is $62,500, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shepherdstown is $474,500, making it a premium housing market at 68% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,152 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

Shepherdstown 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 168 per 100,000, 91% below the national average.

Education

Shepherdstown is a highly educated community / 71.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Shepherdstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Shepherdstown has a population of 1,399 with a density of 3,498 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 21.7 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 57.5% female and 42.5% male. The city is predominantly White (84.4%), with 11.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.6% of residents. 0.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 9.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,399
Total Population
3,498
People / sq mi
21.7yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Shepherdstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish 4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shepherdstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shepherdstown is $62,500, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,913 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,189, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,314 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 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 21.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Shepherdstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,500
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,913
Avg Weekly Wage$1,189
IRS Avg AGI$83,954
Gini Index0.421 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,314
County GDP$3,037M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare80
Retail145
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,965
15% below US avg
Cost of Living89.50 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Drive Alone45.5%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home21.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Shepherdstown is $474,500, 68% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $476,047. Homes sell for 93% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,152 (1% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $766 for a one-bedroom to $945 for a two-bedroom apartment. 63.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 422 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $2,965. 35.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$474,500
68% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$476,047
Median List Price$395,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$395,000
$/Sq Ft$269
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio93.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,152
1% below US avg
Rent Burden35.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.1%
Owner-Occupied63.1%
Renter-Occupied36.9%
Housing Units422
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,965
15% below US avg
Effective Rate0.62%
In Shepherdstown, 37.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 35.6% have high blood pressure. 14.5% are current smokers. 15.4% report binge drinking. 23.7% are physically inactive. 29.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.8% experience frequent mental distress. 6.5% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,717. The dentist ratio is 1:3,277. 35.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma12.2%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,717
Dentists1:3,277
Mental Health1:729
Checkup Rate79.1%
Dental Visits64.4%
Premature Death9,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access35.1%
Healthcare Facilities80
Shepherdstown has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 168 per 100,000, 91% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Shepherdstown receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

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

Property Crime

Total Property168.2/100K
91% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Shepherdstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°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 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 407 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density3,498/sq mi
Coordinates39.4319°N, 77.8047°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyJefferson County County
Nearest AirportEastern Wv Regional/Shepherd Field (MRB)
10 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.5"
14% above US avg
Wettest Month (May) 4.02"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.48"

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score47.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability15.8 / 100
Community Resilience52.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 25, 2021.

Jul 16, 2010 5 km NNW of Barnesville, Maryland M3.6 39 km
Jun 13, 2019 9 km N of Blain, Pennsylvania M3.4 113 km
Jun 3, 2010 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M3.1 102 km
Jan 17, 2016 3 km NE of Ranson, West Virginia M3.0 13 km
Apr 24, 2009 1 km S of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.9 97 km
Sep 15, 2019 5 km ESE of East Berlin, Pennsylvania M2.8 94 km
Oct 25, 2009 4 km ENE of Franklintown, Pennsylvania M2.8 102 km
Mar 15, 1993 5 km W of Columbia, Maryland M2.7 81 km
Oct 28, 1994 1 km E of Mount Vernon, Maryland M2.7 105 km
Mar 11, 1995 0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania M2.7 141 km
Jan 13, 1990 6 km ENE of Eldersburg, Maryland M2.6 79 km
Jun 25, 2021 2 km SE of Woodlawn, Maryland M2.6 95 km
Jul 27, 1997 5 km SSE of Culpeper, Virginia M2.5 113 km
Jun 25, 2001 8 km S of Remington, Virginia M2.5 108 km
Sep 29, 1997 Virginia M2.5 75 km
Mar 10, 1993 3 km WSW of Columbia, Maryland M2.5 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Irene (2011, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2011 Irene Category 1 285 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

336 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 3 fatalities, 213 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Sep 24, 2001 EF4 97 km 0
Sep 24, 2001 EF3 90 km 2
Jul 19, 1996 EF3 71 km 0
May 22, 1983 EF3 56 km 0
Jun 7, 1980 EF3 87 km 0
Sep 5, 1979 EF3 96 km 1
Apr 1, 1973 EF3 81 km 0
Apr 16, 1961 EF3 73 km 0
Apr 5, 1952 EF3 82 km 0
Apr 19, 2019 EF2 53 km 0
Nov 2, 2018 EF2 55 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 96 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 21 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 75 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 82 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 43 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 22 km 0
Sep 17, 2004 EF2 90 km 0
Sep 24, 2001 EF2 78 km 0
Jul 19, 1996 EF2 11 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

14 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: WAITES RUN (5,496 ac, 2024).

Year Name Acres Distance
2024 WAITES RUN 5,496 81 km
2012 NEIGHBOR MTN FIRE 1,986 96 km
2011 SMITH RUN FIRE 1,908 76 km
2020 UNNAMED 1,572 91 km
2012 POINT 2 1,126 77 km
2024 ROCKY BRANCH 1,018 93 km
2014 BEAR DEN 945 87 km
2024 SERENITY RIDGE FIRE 877 99 km
2019 KENNEDY PEAK 769 94 km
2012 WOLF GAP 710 94 km
1984 UNNAMED 696 71 km
2022 UNNAMED 618 93 km
2001 SOUTH BRANCH 519 99 km
2005 UNNAMED 510 95 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-0°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 2.5 in Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 3.3 in
April 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.0 in Wettest
June 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
July 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 3.5 in
September 67°F (19°C) 3.4 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
December 36°F (2°C) 2.8 in

Shepherdstown has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 31°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.5").

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Shepherdstown is located in Jefferson County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 71.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 112% above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. 27.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.8% of the vote, a 15.8-point margin. 94.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 80 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 45.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 15.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+71.4%
112% above US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+27.0%
School Test Score5.37
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density3,498/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyJefferson County County

Services

Broadband Access94.3%
Avg Download Speed93.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants129
Retail Stores145

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Drive Alone45.5%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home21.1%
Average costs for common services in Shepherdstown. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $224 ($134–$358)
Specialist Visit $313 ($179–$492)
Urgent Care Visit $179 ($90–$313)
Emergency Room Visit $1,969 ($716–$4,475)
Dental Cleaning $116 ($67–$179)
Dental Filling $224 ($134–$358)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $40 ($22–$67)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $67 ($45–$107)
Brake Pad Replacement $269 ($134–$448)
Tire Rotation $36 ($18–$67)
New Tires (Set of 4) $537 ($358–$895)
Battery Replacement $179 ($90–$313)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $90 ($54–$134)
Electrician (Per Hour) $81 ($45–$125)
HVAC Repair $358 ($134–$716)
HVAC System Install $6,265 ($3,580–$10,740)
Roof Repair $895 ($358–$1,790)
Roof Replacement $8,055 ($4,923–$13,425)
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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$716
Toddler$683
Preschool$724
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$671
Toddler$757
Preschool$815
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Jefferson County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Accommodation & Food Services 3,216 147 $30,210 2.07
Retail Trade 1,972 176 $32,561 1.16
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,595 226 $72,702 0.65
Professional & Technical Services 1,087 590 $93,090 0.91
Educational Services 678 52 $54,751 1.92
Administrative & Waste Services 638 198 $62,569 0.63
Manufacturing 615 44 $58,320 0.44
Construction 557 133 $66,813 0.62
Other Services 525 128 $48,890 1.02
Wholesale Trade 465 107 $71,164 0.69
Finance & Insurance 446 118 $82,191 0.64
Arts & Entertainment 320 34 $28,502 1.11
Real Estate 208 91 $55,073 0.78
Information & Technology 168 101 $105,030 0.52
Transportation & Warehousing 39 22 $75,023 0.05
Utilities 29 6 $90,362 0.45
Management of Companies 22 10 $114,011 0.08
Unclassified 14 15 $98,451 0.59

Colleges & Universities in Shepherdstown

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Shepherd University Public · Graduate 4,252 95.7% $8,642 $19,082

Schools in Shepherdstown

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SHEPHERDSTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 358 26 13.8:1
SHEPHERDSTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle 331 29 11.4:1
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Radio Stations near Shepherdstown

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
92.1 Bob Rocks alternative rock MP3 128 kbps
US Sports Radio MP3 64 kbps
Kiss 98.3 oldies AAC+ 32 kbps
99.9 WFRE Free Country country music MP3 96 kbps
Key 103 WAFY hot adult contemporary AAC 64 kbps
SkoolDaze Radio MP3 128 kbps
106.9 The Eagle WWEG classic hits AAC+ 64 kbps
WQCM 94.3 classic rock, rock AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Shepherdstown

8 campgrounds found near Shepherdstown.

NameRatingSitesPrice
CAMP ROUND MEADOW 5.0/5 1 $1,000
CAMP MISTY MOUNT 4.7/5 29 $75–$175
Adirondack Shelters 4.6/5 2 Free
OWENS CREEK CAMPGROUND 4.6/5 50 $30
Rohrbach Group Campground 4.5/5 10 $25
POPLAR GROVE YOUTH GROUP CAMPGROUND 4.3/5 3 $35
Antietam Creek Campsite 4.2/5 20 $10
McCoy's Ferry Campground 4.1/5 13 $10–$20

National Parks Near Shepherdstown

127 national parks and monuments found near Shepherdstown.

ParkTypeFee
African American Civil War Memorial Free
Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Anacostia Park Park Free
Andy Guest/Shenandoah River State Park State Park Free
Antietam National Battlefield National Battlefield $20
Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial Free
Baltimore-Washington Parkway Parkway Free
Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument National Monument Free
Berkeley Springs State Park State Park Free
Blue Knob State Park State Park Free
Buchanan's Birthplace State Park State Park Free
Cacapon Resort State Park State Park Free
Cacapon State Park State Park Free
Caledonia State Park State Park Free
Capitol Hill Parks Free
Carlisle Federal Indian Boarding School National Monument National Monument Free
Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Catoctin Mountain Park Park Free
Cedar Creek & Belle Grove National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Chapel Point Sp State Park Free
Chapman Sp State Park Free
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park National Historical Park $20
Civil War Defenses of Washington Free
Clara Barton National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Codorus State Park State Park Free
Colonel Denning State Park State Park Free
Constitution Gardens Free
Cowans Gap State Park State Park Free
Cunningham Falls Sp State Park Free
CUNNINGHAM FALLS SP - Cunningham Falls Wildland State Park Free
Cunningham Falls State Park State Park Free
Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Memorial Free
Eisenhower National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Ford's Theatre National Historic Site National Historic Site $5
Fort Dupont Park Free
Fort Foote Park Park Free
Fort Frederick Sp State Park Free
Fort Frederick State Park State Park Free
Fort Tonoloway Sp State Park Free
Fort Washington Park Park Free
Fowlers Hollow State Park State Park Free
Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial Free
Frederick Douglass National Historic Site National Historic Site $1
Gambrill Sp State Park Free
Gambrill State Park State Park Free
Gathland Sp State Park Free
Gathland State Park State Park Free
George Washington Memorial Parkway Memorial Parkway Free
Gettysburg National Military Park National Military Park Free
Gifford Pinchot State Park State Park Free
Glen Echo Park Park Free
Great Falls Park Park $20
Greenbelt Park Park Free
Greenbrier Sp State Park Free
Greenbrier State Park State Park Free
Harmony Hall Free
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park National Historical Park $20
Johnstown Flood National Memorial National Memorial Free
Kenilworth Park & Aquatic Gardens Free
Kings Gap State Park State Park Free
Korean War Veterans Memorial Free
LBJ Memorial Grove on the Potomac Free
Leesylvania State Park State Park Free
Lincoln Memorial Free
Manassas National Battlefield Park National Battlefield Park Free
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Free
Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Mason Neck State Park State Park Free
Mattawoman Nea State Park Free
MATTAWOMAN NEA - Mattawoman Wildland State Park Free
Matthew Henson Sp State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #3 State Park Free
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #4 State Park Free
Monocacy National Battlefield National Battlefield Free
Mont Alto State Park State Park Free
Morgan Run Nea State Park Free
Nanjemoy Natural Resource Management Area State Park Free
National Capital Parks-East Free
National Mall and Memorial Parks Free
Oxon Cove Park & Oxon Hill Farm Free
Patapsco Valley Sp State Park Free
Patapsco Valley State Park State Park Free
Patuxent River Sp State Park Free
Pennsylvania Avenue Free
Pine Grove Furnace State Park State Park Free
Piscataway Park Park Free
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Prince William Forest Park Park $20
Rock Creek Park Park Free
Rocky Gap Sp State Park Free
Rosaryville Sp State Park Free
Seneca Creek Sp State Park Free
Seneca Creek State Park State Park Free
Seven Bends State Park State Park Free
Shawnee State Park State Park Free
Shenandoah National Park National Park $30
Sky Meadows State Park State Park Free
Smallwood Sp State Park Free
Soldiers Delight Nea State Park Free
Soliders Delight NEA (DNR) State Park Free
South Mountain Sb State Park Free
South Mountain Sp State Park Free
South Mountain State Park State Park Free
South Mountain State Park State Park Free
South Mountain State Park - Battlefield State Park Free
South Mountain State Park - Battlefield State Park Free
State Park State Park Free
Sweet Run State Park State Park Free
The White House and President's Park Free
Theodore Roosevelt Island Free
Thomas Jefferson Memorial Free
Thomas Stone National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Trough Creek State Park State Park Free
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Free
Warriors Path State Park State Park Free
Washington Monument $1
Washington Monument Sp State Park Free
Washington Monument State Park State Park Free
Western Maryland Rail Trail State Park Free
Weverton-Roxbury Rail Trail State Park Free
Widewater State Park State Park Free
Wills Mountain State Park State Park Free
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts Free
Woodmont Nrma State Park Free
World War I Memorial Free
World War II Memorial Free
Zekiah Swamp Nea State Park Free

Trails Near Shepherdstown

1 trails found near Shepherdstown.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
BUZZARD ROCK TRAIL 3.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Shepherdstown

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CIVIL WAR PRESERVATION TRHISTORIC PRESERVATION3016651400$26,195,576
JOURNEY THROUGH HALLOWED GROUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION$1,939,429
WASHINGTON COUNTY MUSEUM OF FINE ARTSART MUSEUM401 MUSEUM DR3017395727$1,372,512
WATERFORD FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATIONP O BOX 142 40222 FAIRFAX STREET5408823018$745,138
WESTERN MARYLAND INTERPRETIVE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$391,553
JEFFERSON COUNTY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3047258628$330,473
HARPERS FERRY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION723 SHENANDOAH STREET3045356881$263,408
HARPERS FERRY NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION3045356497$263,408
DISCOVERY STATION AT HAGERSTOWNSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3017900076$173,382
WASHINGTON COUNTY RURAL HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM2403132839$124,437
MILLER HOUSE & BEAVER CREEK SCHOOL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION3017978782$97,010
WASHINGTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3017978782$97,010
BRUNSWICK-POTOMAC FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM3018347100$71,971
HAGERSTOWN ROUNDHOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM296 S BURHANS ROAD3017394665$69,876
GENERAL ADAM STEPHEN MEM ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION309-313 EAST JOHN STREET P O BOX 14963042674434$55,690
CLEAR SPRING DISTRICT HISTORICAL ASSCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION106 CUMBERLAND CT3018421393$38,690
FORT FREDERICK STATE PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION$30,239
BERKELEY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION136 EAST RACE STREET3042674713$26,286
BOONSBORO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION323 N MAIN ST3014325889$22,611
DOLEMAN BLACK HERITAGE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM3017975019$21,276
L NORMAN DILLON FARM MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM$13,106
HAPPY RETREATHISTORIC PRESERVATION3047247956$11,380
BLACKSMITH GUILD OF WESTERN MARYLANDHISTORIC PRESERVATION$5,600
A LIGHT IN THE WORLD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
AFRICAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION OF JEFFERSON COUNTYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ANTIETAM NATIONAL BATTLEFIELDHISTORIC PRESERVATION3014328767
BRUNSWICK MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3018347100
C&O CANAL'SHISTORIC PRESERVATION3017142236
CATOCTIN AQUEDUCT RESTORATION FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION
DUFFIELDS STATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION106 ASHLEY DR3048763208
FALLING WATERS BATTLEFIELD ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3393042637242
FOR THE KIDS BY GEORGE CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM3042649977
FRANK CENTER GALLERYART MUSEUM
GEORGE WASHINGTON HERITAGE TRAIL ASSOCIATIONHISTORY MUSEUM
HAGER HOUSE AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3017398393
HAGERSTOWN MODEL RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM296 S BURHANS BLVD3017394665
HARPERS FERRY CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION3045356119
HISTORIC SHEPHERDSTOWN MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION129 EAST GERMAN STREET3048760910
JOHN BROWN WAX MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3045356342
JONATHAN HAGER HOUSE AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM110 KEY STREET3017398393
KEEDYSVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3014328845
LOVETTSVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION4 EAST PENNSYLVANIA AVE5408229777
MARYLAND DAIRY SHRINEHISTORY MUSEUM
MOUNTAIN HERITAGE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3 EAST MAIN STREET3018346892
N.P.S. CLEARINGHOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION3045356204
PRY HOUSE FIELD HOSPITAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3014162395
SHARPSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SHENANDOAH & POTOMAC VALLEY GARDEN RAILWAY CLUBARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
SHEPHERDSTOWN BATTLEFIELD PRESERVATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3359
SMITHSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION20 E WATER ST3018247154
SOUTH MOUNTAIN HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3018346892
STATION AT SHEPHERDSTOWNHISTORIC PRESERVATION100 AUDREY EGLE DR3048766450
TOLSONS CHAPELHISTORIC PRESERVATION
U.S. JOHNSON MAP PROJECTGENERAL MUSEUM
WASHINGTON COUNTY HISTORICAL TRUSTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WASHINGTON COUNTY MENNONITE HISTORIC LIBRARYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WASHINGTON COUNTY SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM
WESTERN MARYLAND HOSPITAL CENTER THERAPEUTIC GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1500 PENNSYLVANIA AVE
WILLIAMSPORT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3012235854

Libraries in Shepherdstown

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WASHINGTON COUNTY FREE LIBRARY100 S. POTOMAC ST.0.0272,237
MARTINSBURG-BERKELEY CO. PUBLIC LIBRARY101 WEST KING STREET0.0150,635
SHEPHERDSTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY100 EAST GERMAN STREET0.032,640
BOLIVAR-HARPERS FERRY PUBLIC LIBRARY151 POLK STREET0.024,627
SOUTH JEFFERSON PUBLIC LIBRARY49 CHURCH STREET0.016,016

Farmers Markets in Shepherdstown

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Brunswick Farmer's Market1 E. Potomac Street 05/27/2017 to 09/16/2017Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Charles Town Farmers Market100 block of South Samuel Street04/14/2018 to 10/27/2018Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Hillsboro Farmers Market at the Old Stone School37098 Charles Town Pike Visit
Historic City Farmers' Market25 W. Church St.01/05/2013 to 12/28/2013Sat: 5:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Market Faire on the SquarePublic Square06/06/2013 to 09/12/2013Thu: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Meritus Medical Center Farmers Market11116 Medical Campus Rd
Morgan's Grove Market3988 Kearneysville Pike01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014Tue: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Myersville Farmers Market301 Main Street04/13/2019 to 10/26/2019Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Shepherdstown Farmers Market IS. King St.03/27/2016 to Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;Yes
Shepherdstown Farmers Market IIISouth on King Street (by Post Office)
Taylor's Farm Market178 Pilgrim Street01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015Mon: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Tue: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Wed: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Thu: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 9:00 AM-6:0Visit
Washington County Farmers Market - Agricultural Education Center7313 Sharpsburg Pike

Breweries in Shepherdstown

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
5 Spot 2Bars & Clubs, Home, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Martinsburg Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, Tavern1253 Hedgesville Rd3042642034
5 Spot 3 nec, , Amusement and recreation, Bars & Clubs, Home, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Taverns, L4717 Shepherdstown Rd3042628181
Brass Ring PubCocktail Lounges, Restaurant, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounge Resta6746 Charles Town Rd3047287101
Cracked Cork LlcAir Fresheners, Deordorant, Wholesale Foods, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Soap, General Mer8 E Maple St3017912882
Hillsborough VineyardsVineyards, Vineyard, Brewers, Winery, Wineries36716 Charles Town Pike5406686216Visit
Hot Tint Speed & SoundCustom Car Dealers, Auto Parts Accessories, Mergers Acquisitions, Breweries, Automotive Repair312 N Mildred St3047250700
Loudoun Valley Vineyards-wnry, Loudoun Valley VineyardsVineyards, Vineyard, Brewers, Winery, Wineries38516 Charles Town Pike5408823375Visit
Old 690 Brewing CompanyBrewery15670 Ashbury Church Rd5406687023Visit
Pub 51Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services4843 Middleway Pike
Windham WineryBrewers, Wineries14727 Mountain Rd5406686464Visit

Nursing Homes in Shepherdstown

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
CANTERBURY CENTER
80 MADDEX DRIVE
For profit - Corporation 62 61 2/5 3/5 3/5 3048769422

Pharmacies in Shepherdstown

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
RITE AID - 2543 26 MADDEX SQUARE DRIVE 304-876-0505

Daycare Centers in Shepherdstown

2 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility Type Phone Status
BULLOCKS BUSY BEES 2 DAYCARE
130 GOSLING MARSH RD
CENTER BASED — NOT AVAILABLE (304) 240-9955 OPEN
SHEPHERDSTOWN DAY CARE CENTER
531 E GERMAN ST
CENTER BASED — NOT AVAILABLE (304) 876-6923 OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Shepherdstown

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Bavarian Inn164 Shepherd Grade RdNon-Networked2J1772public
Bavarian Inn, Hotel/Restaurant/Resort - Tesla Destination164 Shepherd Grade RdTesla Destination2TESLApublic
Clarion Hotel & Conference Center Shepherdstown - Tesla Destination233 Lowe DrTesla Destination4J1772 TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Shepherdstown

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
US 40 West of Clear Spring (36483)LTOWER100
21842 NATIONAL PIKE (27472)LTOWER78
37335 Snider Lane (98471)GTOWER78
(Hillsboro) 37335 Snider LaneTOWER78
Cannon Hill Road (78322)LTOWER61
Cannon Hill Road (78322)LTOWER61
5341 Red Hill Road (36001)LTOWER50
66 Canada Hill RoadTOWER42
Rt 480 and Stubbs Road (43586)MTOWER18
Rt 480 and Stubbs Road (43586)MTOWER18

Fire Stations in Shepherdstown

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Shepherdstown Fire Department, Inc.8052 Martinsburg PikeVolunteer304-876-2311

Power Plants Near Shepherdstown

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
DAM NO. 4 HYDRO STATIONCONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-77.8OP

Bridges in Shepherdstown

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Arch (Deck)Concrete2013286,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20051,0975,900F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20051,0975,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197828800F

Amtrak Stations in Shepherdstown

3 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Hagerstown, MD123 West Franklin StreetBUS
Harpers Ferry, WVPotomac Street & Shenandoah StreetTRAIN
Martinsburg, WV229 East Martin StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Shepherdstown

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GUARDIAN FIBERGLASS, INC.4812 TABLER STATION ROADBERKELEY
QUAD/GRAPHICS, INC855 CAPERTON BLVDBERKELEY

Airports Near Shepherdstown

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Washington Dulles International AirportIADLarge Airport
Davison Army Air FieldDAAMedium Airport
Eastern WV Regional Airport/Shepherd FieldMRBMedium Airport
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson FieldHGRMedium Airport
Manassas Regional Airport/Harry P. Davis FieldMNZMedium Airport
5 Lakes AirportSmall Airport
Al's FieldSmall Airport
Ayres-Aicp AirportSmall Airport
Barnes AirportSmall Airport
Bedford County AirportSmall Airport
Bell AirportSmall Airport
Blue Haven AirportSmall Airport
Botsford AerodromeSmall Airport
Bowtie AirportSmall Airport
Burhans Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Burnt Cabins Emergency StripSmall Airport
Buzzards Gap UltralightportSmall Airport
Catoctin Crosswind AirportSmall Airport
Cloudbound AirportSmall Airport
Davis AirstripSmall Airport
Drillmore Acres AirportSmall Airport
Fly Away Farm AirportSmall Airport
Flying M Farms AirportSmall Airport
Flying R AirportSmall Airport
Fort Valley AirportSmall Airport
Fox Acres AirportSmall Airport
Franklin County Regional AirportSmall Airport
Frederick Municipal AirportFDKSmall Airport
Front Royal Warren County AirportFRRSmall Airport
Gettysburg Regional AirportGTYSmall Airport
Good Neighbor Farm AirportSmall Airport
Goose Hunt Farm AirportSmall Airport
Greater Breezewood Regional AirportSmall Airport
Green Landings AirportSmall Airport
Greer AirportSmall Airport
Happy Landings Farm AirportSmall Airport
Harp AirportSmall Airport
Harrison Farm AirportSmall Airport
Heberlig AirportSmall Airport
Hickory Hill Farms AirportSmall Airport
Hickory Tree Farms AirportSmall Airport
High View Farm AirportSmall Airport
Ijamsville AirportSmall Airport
JJ & PK AirportSmall Airport
Jucapa Farms AirportSmall Airport
Karlindo AirportSmall Airport
Keymar AirparkSmall Airport
Krens Farm AirportSmall Airport
Lamberson AirportSmall Airport
Laura's Landing AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Shepherdstown

19 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
911 Call Center
Berkeley County Sheriff's Department510 South Raleigh Street
Boonsboro Police Department241 Potomac Street
Brunswick Police Department811 W Potomac
Forest Heights Police
Hagerstown Department of Police
Jefferson County Sherrifs Office
Martinsburg Police Department125 West Race Street
Martinsburg Police Department125 West Race Street
Maryland State Police - Barrack O18345 Col H K Douglas Drive
Shepherdstown Police Department
Smithsburg Police Department
Sykesville Police Department
US Marshall217 West King Street
US Marshall217 West King Street
Washington County Sheriff's Office
Williamsport Police Department
Williamsport Police Department
WV State Police

Grocery Stores in Shepherdstown

10 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven 20685JConvenience Store7364 Martinsburg Pike
Community Garden MarketGrocery Store207 S Princess St
Dollar General 4258Other7670 Martinsburg Pike
Food Lion 871Supermarket85 Maddex Sq
Martins Meadow PoultryOther320 Winebrenner Road
Sheetz 160Convenience Store7948 Martinsburg Pike
Shepherd University Riverside MarketConvenience Store170 West Campus Drive
Shepherdstown Farmers MarketFarmers and Markets1 S. King Street
Shepherdstown ROCS 642Convenience Store8310 Martinsburg Pike
Walgreens 19709Other26 Maddex Square

Treatment Centers in Shepherdstown

14 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alternative Drug and Alcohol - Counseling (ADAC)Substance Abuse301-766-0065
Behavioral Health LLP - QualityCare Internet (QCI)Mental Health301-791-2660
Black Rock Integrative MedicineSubstance Abuse301-790-4938
BMC - Behavioral HealthBoth304-264-1000 x32235
Callahan Counseling ServicesSubstance Abuse304-886-4118
Care ClinicBoth844-782-6963
Eastridge Health Systems - Berkeley County OfficeBoth304-263-8954
Lasting Change Recovery SolutionsSubstance Abuse301-791-7826
Martinsburg InstituteSubstance Abuse304-263-1101
Meritus Behavioral Health Services for - Meritus Medical CenterMental Health301-766-7600
National Youth Advocate Program IncBoth304-596-2390
Shenandoah Community HealthBoth304-263-7023
Wells House - Baltimore StreetSubstance Abuse301-739-7748 x220
Wells House - Locust StreetSubstance Abuse301-739-7748 x220

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shepherdstown

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH4257 KEARNEYSVILLE PIKE
COVENANT BAPTIST CHURCH- SHEPHERDSTOWNPO BOX 1674
GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC CAMPUS MINISTRY CENTERPO BOX 1163
JUDEA CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY CHURCH53 BUTCHER CT
ST PETERS LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 2008
SUNNYSIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH OF RANSON WV 254386481 SCRABBLE RD

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UFO Sightings
3
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shepherdstown

What is the population of Shepherdstown?

Shepherdstown has a population of 1,399 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 3,498 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 21.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 57.5% female and 42.5% male.

Is Shepherdstown expensive to live in?

Shepherdstown 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 $62,500, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $474,500 (68% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,152 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Shepherdstown safe?

Shepherdstown 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 168 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Shepherdstown receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Shepherdstown?

Shepherdstown has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Shepherdstown?

The unemployment rate in Shepherdstown is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,189. There are 2,314 business establishments in the area, including 129 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 21.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Shepherdstown?

The median home value in Shepherdstown is $474,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $476,047. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,152. Fair market rent is $766 for a 1-bedroom and $945 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 63.1%. The average annual property tax is $2,965.

How are the schools in Shepherdstown?

Schools in Shepherdstown score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 71.4% of adults in Shepherdstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. 27.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Shepherdstown?

The obesity rate in Shepherdstown is 37.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.5% of adults are smokers. 23.7% are physically inactive. 29.4% of residents report depression. 6.5% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 35.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,717.

What is transportation like in Shepherdstown?

The average commute in Shepherdstown is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 45.5% of workers drive alone to work, 1.5% use public transit, and 21.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Shepherdstown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Shepherdstown is 84.4% White, 11.4% Black or African American. 95.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.4% speak Spanish. 0.6% of the population are military veterans. 9.1% of residents have a disability. 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

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