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St. Albans, WV

West Virginia · Putnam County · Huntington-Ashland Metro

St. Albans is a small city in West Virginia with a population of 10,637. Residents earn $58,788 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
10,637 Population 2,938/sq mi density
$58,788 Median Income $33,348 per capita
$131,800 Home Value $119,684 Zillow
$888 Median Rent 28.5% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
331 Violent Crime/100K 3,053 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$58,788 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,800 home value, $888/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
331 violent crimes/100K (13% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $58,788
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,800
53% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 331/100K
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.0%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $888
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,637
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density2,938/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,788
Per Capita$33,348
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$3,832M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,800
Rent$888
Ownership73.8%
Zillow$119,684
Housing Units5,376
Rent Burden28.5%

Crime

F
Violent331/100K
Property3,053/100K
Murder20.1/100K
Assault281/100K
Burglary593/100K

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking20.0%
Depression32.3%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation637 ft (194 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.0%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+10.7%
School Score6.04

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute22 min
Broadband86.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is St. Albans a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Albans is $58,788, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Albans is $131,800, 53% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $888 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in St. Albans is below the national average at 331 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,053 per 100,000, 56% above the national average.

Education

29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

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

St. Albans has a population of 10,637 with a density of 2,938 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (89.4%), with 5.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.6% of residents. 9.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,637
Total Population
2,938
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Albans vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Albans vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Albans is $58,788, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,348 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,238, 14% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,894 business establishments, including 100 restaurants. The cost of living index is 89.5, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: St. Albans vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,788
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,348
Avg Weekly Wage$1,238
IRS Avg AGI$78,515
Gini Index0.424 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,894
County GDP$3,832M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare137
Retail171
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,677
24% below US avg
Cost of Living89.50 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Albans is $131,800, 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,684. Homes sell for 98.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $888 (24% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $766 for a one-bedroom to $945 for a two-bedroom apartment. 73.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,376 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1957. The average annual property tax is $2,677 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 28.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,800
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$119,684
Median List Price$168,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$168,000
$/Sq Ft$120
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops17.7%
Inventory17

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$888
24% below US avg
Rent Burden28.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.8%
Owner-Occupied73.8%
Renter-Occupied26.2%
Housing Units5,376
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,677
24% below US avg
Effective Rate2.03%
In St. Albans, 40.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.4% of residents. 39.5% have high blood pressure. 20.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.9% report binge drinking. 30.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 32.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 23.3% experience frequent mental distress. 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:954. The dentist ratio is 1:2,376. 67.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.9 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-28)

PM2.5
4.8
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
5.0
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
3.0
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
57.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.3
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
153.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: St. Albans vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

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

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.0%
43% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression32.3%
Mental Distress23.3%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:954
Dentists1:2,376
Mental Health1:919
Checkup Rate78.9%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death9,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access67.0%
Healthcare Facilities137
St. Albans has a violent crime rate of 331 per 100,000 residents, 13% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 281.2 per 100,000, robbery at 10.0, rape at 20.1. The murder rate is 20.1 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,053 per 100,000, 56% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,280, burglary at 593, vehicle theft at 181 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, St. Albans receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent331.5/100K
13% below US avg
Murder20.1/100K
219% above US avg
Rape20.1/100K
Robbery10.0/100K
Assault281.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,053.4/100K
56% above US avg
Burglary592.6/100K
Theft2,280.0/100K
Vehicle Theft180.8/100K
Arson10.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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St. Albans experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 297 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 637 feet.

Temperature

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

Geography

Elevation637 ft (194 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density2,938/sq mi
Coordinates38.3776°N, 81.8193°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyPutnam County County
Nearest AirportWest Virginia International Yeager (CRW)
12 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

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

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

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

Nov 20, 2013 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio M3.5 123 km
Apr 22, 1991 14 km ESE of Falling Spring, West Virginia M3.5 149 km
Apr 4, 2010 14 km SW of Gassaway, West Virginia M3.4 82 km
May 24, 2017 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio M3.4 111 km
Apr 24, 2009 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio M3.4 72 km
Mar 31, 2013 West Virginia M3.4 91 km
Sep 13, 2017 11 km NE of Peterstown, West Virginia M3.2 140 km
Feb 3, 2025 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio M3.1 90 km
Dec 4, 2001 9 km W of Alderson, West Virginia M3.1 118 km
Aug 31, 2011 3 km SE of Lowell, Ohio M3.1 130 km
Jun 28, 1991 4 km ENE of Pratt, West Virginia M3.0 45 km
Apr 25, 2020 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky M2.9 104 km
Feb 3, 2025 0 km NE of Reno, Ohio M2.8 117 km
Jan 10, 2012 14 km WNW of Birch River, West Virginia M2.8 83 km
May 6, 2002 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio M2.8 64 km
Feb 15, 2005 12 km NNW of Raven, Virginia M2.8 132 km
Aug 31, 2011 2 km NNW of Belmont, West Virginia M2.8 123 km
Jul 30, 2013 12 km SSW of Glenville, West Virginia M2.8 94 km
Jul 4, 2009 3 km E of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 148 km
May 12, 2017 6 km SSW of Narrows, Virginia M2.8 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

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

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 23, 1968 EF5 93 km 7
Sep 16, 2010 EF3 87 km 1
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 92 km 0
Apr 4, 1974 EF3 95 km 1
Apr 8, 1965 EF3 72 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 6 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 83 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 78 km 0
Jul 4, 2016 EF2 77 km 0
Jul 10, 2003 EF2 98 km 0
May 8, 2002 EF2 72 km 0
Jun 15, 2000 EF2 65 km 0
Jan 8, 1998 EF2 100 km 0
May 26, 1990 EF2 58 km 0
Mar 13, 1967 EF2 64 km 0
Feb 25, 1961 EF2 73 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 47 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 55 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 78 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF1 1 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 59 km
1987 UNNAMED 41,794 89 km
1987 UNNAMED 38,312 91 km
1991 KAYFORD MOUNTAIN 31,509 56 km
1991 JENNINGS CREEK 29,308 72 km
1987 UNNAMED 27,317 79 km
1991 WHITE OAK BRANCH 25,550 29 km
1987 ELLIS CREEK 24,070 61 km
1987 UNNAMED 21,562 94 km
1991 TUG RIVER 20,813 87 km
1991 BROWNS BRANCH 17,324 53 km
1991 HUFF CREEK 15,190 75 km
1987 RUCKERS BRANCH 14,744 35 km
1987 UNNAMED 14,554 66 km
1991 ROLLINS BRANCH 14,435 70 km
1991 UNNAMED 14,264 92 km
1991 GAULEY MTN 13,113 64 km
1991 ROCK HOUSE BRANCH 13,056 73 km
1991 TOMS BRANCH 11,849 51 km
1991 UNNAMED 11,117 95 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

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

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

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St. Albans is located in Putnam County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 29.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 14% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. 10.7% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 72.2% of the vote, a 46.3-point margin. 86.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 137 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.2%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 46.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.0%
14% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+10.7%
School Test Score6.04
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density2,938/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi
CountyPutnam County County

Services

Broadband Access86.6%
Avg Download Speed69.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities137
Restaurants100
Retail Stores171

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home8.5%
Average costs for common services in St. Albans. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

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

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

Plumber (Per Hour) $90 ($54–$134)
Electrician (Per Hour) $81 ($45–$125)
HVAC Repair $358 ($134–$716)
HVAC System Install $6,265 ($3,580–$10,740)
Roof Repair $895 ($358–$1,790)
Roof Replacement $8,055 ($4,923–$13,425)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,343 ($448–$3,133)
Divorce (Contested) $13,425 ($4,475–$26,850)
DUI Defense $4,475 ($1,790–$8,950)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,343 ($716–$2,685)
Will Preparation $448 ($179–$895)
Trust Preparation $2,238 ($895–$4,475)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$40)
Women's Haircut $49 ($27–$90)
Hair Coloring (Full) $134 ($67–$224)
Manicure $22 ($13–$40)
Pedicure $36 ($22–$58)
Massage (1 Hour) $72 ($45–$116)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.67 ($2.69–$4.92)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.13 ($2.24–$4.48)
Loaf of Bread $3.40 ($2.24–$4.92)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.03 ($2.69–$5.82)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.92 ($3.58–$6.71)
Rice (per lb) $0.90 ($0.54–$1.61)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $125 ($72–$224)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $63 ($27–$134)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $63 ($36–$107)
Internet (Monthly) $63 ($36–$90)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $58 ($27–$90)
Cable TV (Monthly) $76 ($45–$134)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $179 ($67–$448)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,790 ($1,074–$3,133)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $63 ($27–$116)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($7.16–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $90 ($27–$224)
Driver's License Renewal $27 ($13–$67)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,074 ($537–$2,238)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $895 ($448–$1,790)
After-School Care (Monthly) $358 ($179–$627)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $45 ($22–$90)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $895 ($358–$2,238)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,188 ($4,475–$26,850)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $54 ($27–$90)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $90 ($45–$179)
Dog Grooming $54 ($27–$90)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $36 ($18–$67)
Dog Spay/Neuter $269 ($134–$448)
Cat Spay/Neuter $179 ($90–$358)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$707
Toddler$673
Preschool$706
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$657
Toddler$731
Preschool$780
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Putnam County

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

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

Schools in St. Albans

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SAINT ALBANS HIGH SCHOOL High 993 46 21.6:1
HAYES MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle 436 24 18.2:1
CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 333 18 18.5:1
MCKINLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle 303 16 18.9:1
LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 288 18 16.0:1
ALBAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 253 16 15.8:1
ANNE BAILEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 217 20 10.9:1
GEORGE C. WEIMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 137 14 9.8:1
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Radio Stations near St. Albans

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near St. Albans

1 campgrounds found near St. Albans.

NameRatingSitesPrice
EAST FORK (WV) 4.2/5 159 $35–$50

National Parks Near St. Albans

27 national parks and monuments found near St. Albans.

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

Museums in St. Albans

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

Libraries in St. Albans

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

Farmers Markets in St. Albans

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

Restaurants in St. Albans

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cozumel Mexican Grill
Dragon Garden Restaurant
Mimi's Cafe
Pizza Hut

Cafes in St. Albans

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rio Grande
Tim Hortons

Clinics in St. Albans

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FamilyCare Health Center

Dentists in St. Albans

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dr. Robert R Robinson
Ghareeb Dental Group
Sparks Family Orthodontics

Bus Stations in St. Albans

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

KRT

Gas Stations in St. Albans

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
BP
Exxon
GoMart
GoMart
Kroger
Marathon

Banks in St. Albans

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chase
City National Bank
One Valley Bank
Truist

Gyms in St. Albans

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Breweries in St. Albans

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

Nursing Homes in St. Albans

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
GOLDEN LIVINGCENTER - RIVERSIDE
6500 MACCORKLE AVENUE SW
For profit - Corporation 102 91 1/5 3/5 2/5 3047680002

Pharmacies in St. Albans

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 6306 1441 MACCORKLE AVENUE 304-722-3335
KMART 1477 MACCORKLE AVENUE 304-722-4246
KROGER 1439 MACCORKLE AVENUE 304-722-5086
LOOP PHARMACY AND HOME MEDICAL 72 6TH AVENUE 304-722-2233
RITE AID - 946 305 SIXTH AVENUE 304-722-4617

EV Charging Stations in St. Albans

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Moses Nissan300 Maccorkle AveNon-Networked1J1772public

Cell Towers in St. Albans

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2975 BENEDICT ROAD (2391)LTOWER95
2975 BENEDICT ROAD (2391)LTOWER95
2975 BENEDICT ROAD (2391)LTOWER95
Hurricane Creek Site - 455 DANIEL BOONE TRAILTOWER91
381 Lovejoy Trail (101961)LTOWER91
381 Lovejoy Trail (101961)LTOWER91
Route 3, Box 82 (101959)LTOWER91
Route 3, Box 82 (101959)LTOWER91
St. Albans Cell Site - Rt. 2 Box 9, Dry Ridge RoadTOWER88
Turley Drive Star Route 917 (2459)LTOWER73
Turley Drive Star Route 917 (2459)LTOWER73
Ruth Cell Site - 0.3 mi NW of Childress & Chestnut RdsGTOWER61
CUSTER RIDGE OLD CROSS CREEK RIDGE ROAD LOT 2 (2402)GTOWER60
CUSTER RIDGE OLD CROSS CREEK RIDGE ROAD LOT 2 (2402)GTOWER60
Hollow Dry Branch Dr (2394)LTOWER60
Hollow Dry Branch Dr (2394)LTOWER60
HAINES BRANCH RD (2407)LTOWER55
HAINES BRANCH RD (2407)LTOWER55

Fire Stations in St. Albans

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Lakewood Volunteer Fire Department2627 Shadyside RDVolunteer304-727-2451
Saint Albans Fire Department51 6TH AVEMostly career304-727-2253
West Side Volunteer Fire Department254 W Main STVolunteer304-727-4750

Bridges in St. Albans

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous200563333,300F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19924616,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20131,01914,800F
CulvertConcrete continuous19402214,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous200537714,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous200537914,300F
CulvertConcrete continuous1940246,240F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19881496,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19653006,200F
SlabConcrete1940224,400F
SlabPrestressed concrete1976231,600F
Tee BeamConcrete192928600F
Tee BeamConcrete192928600F

Correctional Facilities in St. Albans

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
SAINT ALBANS POLICE DEPARTMENT51 6TH AVENUELOCAL-999-999OPEN

Amtrak Stations in St. Albans

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Charleston, WV350 MacCorkle Avenue - SoutheastTRAIN

Airports Near St. Albans

23 airports within the area.

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

Police Stations in St. Albans

8 police stations.

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

Grocery Stores in St. Albans

18 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
All American Prime CutsSpecialty Store38 Cervone Ln
Black Angus Meas And DeliSupermarket722 Kanawha Ter
CVS Pharmacy 6306OtherMacCorkle Ave & 3rd St (SWC)
Dollar General 17786Other302 B St
DOLLAR GENERAL 19552Other1977 Pennsylvania Ave
Dollar General 24191Other517 Winfield Rd
Dollar General 25043Other422 1st Ave S
DOLLARTREE 10450Other29 Maccorkle Ave
Go Mart 15Convenience Store206 W Main St
Go Mart 32Convenience Store550 3rd St
Go Mart 66Convenience Store53 Maccorkle Ave
Kanawha Terrace SupermarketSupermarket2500 Kanawha Ter
Kroger 725Super Store1439 Maccorkle Ave
One Stop 8102Convenience Store501 Maccorkle Ave
Par Mar Store 16Convenience Store2328 Kanawha Ter
Par Mar Store 27Convenience Store459 Mccorkle Avenue
Par Mar Store 97Convenience Store2110 Shadyside Rd
Walgreens 17111Other305 6th Ave

Treatment Centers in St. Albans

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Chesapeake Healthcare CenterBoth304-220-2111
KVC West VirginiaMental Health304-532-4840
Lotus Recovery CentersSubstance Abuse888-918-2408
National Youth Advocate Program Inc - WinfieldMental Health304-382-1312
Prestera Health ServicesBoth304-414-3076
REA of Hope Fellowship HomeSubstance Abuse304-344-5363
Thomas Memorial Hospital - SouthWay Outpatient ServicesSubstance Abuse304-766-4560
Union Mission Addiction Recovery ProgBoth304-925-0366
Wise Path Recovery CentersBoth866-860-9772

Churches & Religious Organizations in St. Albans

24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ABNEY STREET CHURCH OF GOD617 ABNEY ST
APPALACHIAN METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY CHURCH121 WALNUT ST
BRIDGE THE GAP MINISTRIES INC29 HILLIARD DR
BROWNS CREEK CHURCH OF GOD2550 BROWNS CREEK RD
CARPENTER FAMILY RENEWAL MINISTRY1100 MEADOWVIEW LN
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH2505 LINCOLN AVE
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF ST ALBANS201 KANAWHA TER
GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTH CHURCH812 S CARROLL ST
GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH812 S CARROLL ST
GREEN VALLEY CHURCH OF GOD518 GREEN VALLEY DR
HIGHLAWN BAPTIST CHURCH2304 JEFFERSON AVE
HIGHLAWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH2501 WASHINGTON AVE
HIGHLAWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF ST ALBANS WV INC2501 WASHINGTON AVE
KINGS RIVER WORSHIP CENTER777 MALLORY LN N
MARANATHA FELLOWSHIP OF THE CHURCH OF GOD2910 KANAWHA TER
NEW BEGINNINGS CHURCH1668 BROWNS CREEK RD
PENTECOSTAL HOLINESS CHURCH HOUSING CORPORATIONPO BOX 487
PILGRIM HOME MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH INC7016 MAC CORKLE AVE SW
REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD POTTER PALACE CHARLESTON81 GERONIMO DR
SAINT ALBANS CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE719 HANSFORD ST
ST ALBANS FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH523 2ND ST
ST PAUL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH821 B ST
STEPHENS HOUSE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE10 LEE DR
WEST ALBANS CHURCH OF GODPO BOX 255

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Frequently Asked Questions About St. Albans

What is the population of St. Albans?

St. Albans has a population of 10,637 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 2,938 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.

Is St. Albans expensive to live in?

St. Albans 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 $58,788, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $131,800 (53% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $888 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is St. Albans safe?

St. Albans is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 331 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,053 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, St. Albans receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in St. Albans?

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

How is the job market in St. Albans?

St. Albans has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,238. There are 1,894 business establishments in the area, including 100 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 8.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in St. Albans?

The median home value in St. Albans is $131,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,684. For renters, the median monthly rent is $888. Fair market rent is $766 for a 1-bedroom and $945 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 73.8%. The average annual property tax is $2,677.

How are the schools in St. Albans?

Schools in St. Albans score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 29.0% of adults in St. Albans hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. 10.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is St. Albans?

The obesity rate in St. Albans is 40.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.0% of adults are smokers. 30.4% are physically inactive. 32.3% of residents report depression. 8.1% lack health insurance. 67.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:954.

What is transportation like in St. Albans?

The average commute in St. Albans is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.2% of workers drive alone to work, 2% use public transit, and 8.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of St. Albans?

The racial and ethnic makeup of St. Albans is 89.4% White, 5.8% Black or African American. 98.6% of residents speak only English at home. 9.5% of the population are military veterans. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

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