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West Portsmouth, OH

Ohio · Lewis County

West Portsmouth is a small town in Ohio with a population of 2,806. Residents earn $48,925 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,806 Population 596/sq mi density
$48,925 Median Income $28,549 per capita
$116,900 Home Value $97,313 Zillow
$691 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
70 Violent Crime/100K 2,619 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$48,925 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,900 home value, $691/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
70 violent crimes/100K (82% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $48,925
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,900
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 70/100K
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $691
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,806
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density596/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,925
Per Capita$28,549
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$252M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,900
Rent$691
Ownership75.6%
Zillow$97,313
Housing Units1,341
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

F
Violent70/100K
Property2,619/100K

Health

Obesity42.8%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking19.8%
Depression30.3%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation702 ft (214 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+87.7%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute26 min
Broadband87.6%
EV Stations3
Libraries2

Is West Portsmouth a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Portsmouth is $48,925, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Portsmouth is $116,900, 59% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

West Portsmouth is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 70 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,619 per 100,000, 34% above the national average.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

West Portsmouth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°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 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

West Portsmouth has a population of 2,806 with a density of 596 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.3% female and 50.7% male. The city is predominantly White (96.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 9.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 33.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,806
Total Population
596
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

West Portsmouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Portsmouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Portsmouth is $48,925, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,549 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $797, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 283 business establishments, including 9 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 5.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: West Portsmouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,925
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,549
Avg Weekly Wage$797
IRS Avg AGI$48,076
Gini Index0.464 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)283
County GDP$252M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare13
Retail31
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,850
47% below US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in West Portsmouth is $116,900, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,313, lower than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $691 (41% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $873 for a one-bedroom to $1,092 for a two-bedroom apartment. 75.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,341 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1954. The average annual property tax is $1,850 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,900
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$97,313

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$691
41% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.6%
Owner-Occupied75.6%
Renter-Occupied24.4%
Housing Units1,341
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,850
47% below US avg
Effective Rate1.58%
In West Portsmouth, 42.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 37.2% have high blood pressure. 19.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.3% report binge drinking. 32.3% are physically inactive, above the national average. 30.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.1% experience frequent mental distress. 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:6,493. The dentist ratio is 1:3,239. 4.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: West Portsmouth vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity32.3%
Depression30.3%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Primary Care1:6,493
Dentists1:3,239
Mental Health1:2,162
Checkup Rate78.5%
Dental Visits52.4%
Premature Death15,649/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access4.0%
Healthcare Facilities13
West Portsmouth has a violent crime rate of 70 per 100,000 residents, 82% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,619 per 100,000, 34% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, West Portsmouth receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent69.5/100K
82% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,618.8/100K
34% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents8
Avg Accident Severity3.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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West Portsmouth experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°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 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 702 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.2 km²)
Population Density596/sq mi
Coordinates38.7666°N, 83.0364°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyLewis County County
Nearest AirportGreater Portsmouth Regional (PMH)
11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.1"
13% above US avg
Wettest Month (May) 4.41"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.72"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score41.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability74.0 / 100
Community Resilience7.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.1 on Feb 3, 2025.

Feb 19, 1995 8 km SSE of Rocky Fork Point, Ohio M3.6 54 km
Nov 20, 2013 2 km SW of Buchtel, Ohio M3.5 104 km
Apr 24, 2009 7 km ENE of Rio Grande, Ohio M3.4 66 km
May 24, 2017 1 km S of McArthur, Ohio M3.4 71 km
Sep 8, 1990 5 km N of Owingsville, Kentucky M3.3 90 km
Feb 3, 2025 2 km NNW of Oak Hill, Ohio M3.1 43 km
Apr 25, 2020 2 km SE of South Shore, Kentucky M2.9 11 km
May 6, 2002 3 km SE of Racine, Ohio M2.8 101 km
Mar 17, 1999 2 km NNE of Ripley, Ohio M2.8 69 km
May 11, 2015 5 km ESE of Maysville, Kentucky M2.6 58 km
Jun 6, 2014 13 km NNE of Sissonville, West Virginia M2.6 127 km
Mar 16, 2012 7 km SE of Alum Creek, West Virginia M2.6 127 km
Mar 8, 2016 0 km N of Thurman, Ohio M2.6 54 km
Feb 11, 2015 8 km SE of Richmond Dale, Ohio M2.6 50 km
Jul 23, 2013 6 km NNE of Germantown, Kentucky M2.6 79 km
Jan 28, 2024 3 km SW of Old Washington, Kentucky M2.5 72 km
Mar 20, 2023 13 km SSW of Rio Grande, Ohio M2.5 53 km
Mar 27, 2013 3 km W of Apple Grove, West Virginia M2.5 72 km
Sep 27, 2009 22 km NNW of Hindman, Kentucky M2.5 139 km
Feb 17, 2023 6 km ESE of Cheshire, Ohio M2.5 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

256 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 10 fatalities, 235 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 23, 1968 EF5 22 km 7
May 10, 2003 EF3 62 km 0
Oct 13, 1999 EF3 93 km 0
Jul 2, 1997 EF3 100 km 0
Jun 30, 1993 EF3 70 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 49 km 1
Sep 3, 1970 EF3 98 km 0
Apr 23, 1968 EF3 9 km 0
May 7, 1967 EF3 61 km 0
Nov 16, 1965 EF3 90 km 0
Apr 8, 1965 EF3 13 km 0
Apr 8, 1965 EF3 55 km 0
Feb 10, 1959 EF3 67 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 59 km 0
Apr 2, 2024 EF2 45 km 0
Jun 8, 2022 EF2 72 km 0
Oct 15, 2021 EF2 68 km 0
May 27, 2019 EF2 87 km 0
Jul 4, 2016 EF2 82 km 0
Mar 2, 2012 EF2 42 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: MILL CREEK ROAD (7,029 ac, 1987).

Year Name Acres Distance
1987 MILL CREEK ROAD 7,029 97 km
1987 UNNAMED 6,337 99 km
1987 PLUM BRANCH 6,223 99 km
1991 PRICHARD 5,220 76 km
1991 UNNAMED 4,451 94 km
1999 UNNAMED 3,373 91 km
2009 UNNAMED 3,259 18 km
1991 DUNLOW 3,074 97 km
1995 UNNAMED 2,786 99 km
1987 UNNAMED 2,559 73 km
1987 UNNAMED 2,302 84 km
1987 UNNAMED 1,683 71 km
2022 1170 DONITHON ROAD 1,428 97 km
2022 127 1,349 38 km
2019 CY19 BLUEGRASS PRESCRIBED BURN 1,190 46 km
1994 UNNAMED 1,085 98 km
2003 PEACH ORCHARD 1,043 3 km
1991 PADDLE CREEK 1,009 86 km
1987 GREENBRIAR CREEK 950 83 km
1991 UNNAMED 912 99 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 2.8 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.6 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.4 in Wettest
June 70°F (21°C) 3.8 in
July 76°F (25°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
September 67°F (19°C) 3.0 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in Driest
November 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
December 36°F (2°C) 3.4 in

West Portsmouth has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 32°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.4") and October the driest (2.7").

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West Portsmouth is located in Lewis County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 11.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 65% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 87.3% of the vote, a 75.7-point margin. 87.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 13 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 92.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.3%
D 11.6%

Winner: Republican by 75.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents8
Avg Accident Severity3.5 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+87.7%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.90
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density596/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi
CountyLewis County County

Services

Broadband Access87.6%
Avg Download Speed80.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed7.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants9
Retail Stores31

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%
Average costs for common services in West Portsmouth. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $232 ($139–$371)
Specialist Visit $325 ($186–$510)
Urgent Care Visit $186 ($93–$325)
Emergency Room Visit $2,042 ($742–$4,640)
Dental Cleaning $121 ($70–$186)
Dental Filling $232 ($139–$371)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $70 ($46–$111)
Brake Pad Replacement $278 ($139–$464)
Tire Rotation $37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4) $557 ($371–$928)
Battery Replacement $186 ($93–$325)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $93 ($56–$139)
Electrician (Per Hour) $84 ($46–$130)
HVAC Repair $371 ($139–$742)
HVAC System Install $6,496 ($3,712–$11,136)
Roof Repair $928 ($371–$1,856)
Roof Replacement $8,352 ($5,104–$13,920)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,392 ($464–$3,248)
Divorce (Contested) $13,920 ($4,640–$27,840)
DUI Defense $4,640 ($1,856–$9,280)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,392 ($742–$2,784)
Will Preparation $464 ($186–$928)
Trust Preparation $2,320 ($928–$4,640)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full) $139 ($70–$232)
Manicure $23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour) $74 ($46–$121)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.80 ($2.78–$5.10)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.25 ($2.32–$4.64)
Loaf of Bread $3.53 ($2.32–$5.10)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.18 ($2.78–$6.03)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.10 ($3.71–$6.96)
Rice (per lb) $0.93 ($0.56–$1.67)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $130 ($74–$232)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $65 ($28–$139)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $65 ($37–$111)
Internet (Monthly) $65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $60 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly) $79 ($46–$139)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $186 ($70–$464)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,856 ($1,114–$3,248)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.42–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $93 ($28–$232)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$70)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,114 ($557–$2,320)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $928 ($464–$1,856)
After-School Care (Monthly) $371 ($186–$650)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $46 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $928 ($371–$2,320)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,600 ($4,640–$27,840)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $93 ($46–$186)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter $278 ($139–$464)
Cat Spay/Neuter $186 ($93–$371)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$491
Toddler$489
Preschool$489
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$348
Toddler$355
Preschool$355
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Lewis County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 450 104 $47,150 1.59
Manufacturing 236 12 $42,074 1.46
Retail Trade 181 27 $21,039 0.92
Construction 163 18 $72,961 1.57
Wholesale Trade 87 12 $42,494 1.12
Accommodation & Food Services 80 10 $15,927 0.45
Administrative & Waste Services 48 9 $28,867 0.41
Transportation & Warehousing 40 12 $44,091 0.48
Other Services 12 11 $24,473 0.20
Information & Technology 10 6 $48,782 0.27

Schools in West Portsmouth

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Portsmouth West Elementary School Elementary 528 31 17.0:1
Portsmouth West Middle School Middle 391 23 17.0:1
Portsmouth West High School High 350 22 15.9:1
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Radio Stations near West Portsmouth

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Big Buck Country 98.1 AAC+ 32 kbps
Borderline Radio country music, news talk AAC 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near West Portsmouth

4 campgrounds found near West Portsmouth.

NameRatingSitesPrice
IRON RIDGE - LAKE VESUVIUS 4.3/5 32 $15–$20
OAK HILL - LAKE VESUVIUS 4.2/5 32 $20
PAINT CREEK DAM SITE 4.1/5 2 $35–$45
LAKE VESUVIUS RECREATION AREA 3.4/5 3 $35–$52

National Parks Near West Portsmouth

26 national parks and monuments found near West Portsmouth.

ParkTypeFee
Adams Lake State Park State Park Free
Adena State Memorial State Park Free
Beech Fork State Park State Park Free
Blue Licks Battlefield State Resort Park State Park Free
Carter Caves State Resort Park State Park Free
Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument National Monument Free
Cowan Lake State Park State Park Free
Grayson Lake State Park State Park Free
Great Seal State Park State Park Free
Greenbo Lake State Resort Park State Park Free
Hocking Hills State Park State Park Free
Hopewell Culture National Historical Park National Historical 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
Lake White Sp State Park Free
Natural Bridge State Resort Park State Park Free
Paintsville Lake State Park State Park Free
Pike Lake State Park State Park Free
Rocky Fork State Park State Park Free
Shawnee State Park State Park Free
Story Mound State Memorial State Park Free
Tar Hollow State Park State Park Free
Tu-Endie-Wei State Park State Park Free
Yatesville Lake State Park State Park Free

Trails Near West Portsmouth

55 trails found near West Portsmouth.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
VESUVIUS MAIN LOOP 29.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HANGING ROCK LOOP 11.9 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
SUPERIOR CORRIDOR 8.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
WOLCOTT TRAIL 7.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
BACKPACK TRAIL 7.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LAKE SHORE TRAIL 7.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BACKPACK TRAIL 5.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
POWERLINE TRAIL 4.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
LYRA TRAIL 4.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
TELEGRAPH TRAIL 3.0 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
KIMBLE LOOP 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BACKPACK TRAIL 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KIMBLE LOOP 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
COPPERHEAD TRAIL 2.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
BEAR TOP LOOP 2.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
LAKEVIEW OHV TRAIL 1.9 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
BEAR CLAW TRAIL 1.9 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
DEAN STATE CONNECTOR 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GAS WELL LOOP 1.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
GRIZZLY TRAIL 1.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
PADDLE CREEK LOOP 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PADDLE CREEK LOOP 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HIGH KNOB LOOP 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
ALDRIDGE CONNECTOR 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DEAN STATE CONNECTOR 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
VESUVIUS CONNECTOR 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WOLCOTT LOOP 0.8 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
WOLCOTT CONNECTOR 0.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
OAK SPUR TRAIL 0.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
HILL LOOP 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SAWMILL TRAIL 0.7 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
WHISKEY RUN TRAIL 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OLD BEACH TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ADDIS MINE TRAIL 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LONGBOW ARCHERY TRAIL 0.6 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes
BALANCING ROCK TRAIL 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PINE CUTOFF TRAIL 0.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
HOWARD RIDGE CONNECTOR 0.5 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
SCARLET OAK TRAIL 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HUNGRY HOLLOW CONNECTOR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
ROCK HOUSE TRAIL 0.4 ASPHALT Yes
105B CONNECTOR 0.3 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
BLACK OAK TRAIL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
GAS WELL CONNECTOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
WILD BERRY TRAIL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KIMBLE LOOP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BOTANY TRAIL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
PADDLE CREEK CONNECTOR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
LONGBOW ACCESSIBLE SPUR 0.2 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes
WHITE OAK TRAIL 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BALANCING ROCK CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HANGING ROCK TRAILH CONNECTOR 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL
BALANCING ROCK CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SANDHILL CONNECTOR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BALANCING ROCK CONNECTOR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in West Portsmouth

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SOUTHERN OHIO MUSEUM CORPORATIONART MUSEUM825 GALLIA ST7403545629$420,494
AMERICAN MILITARY MUSEUM AND HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM
BEAVER VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LUCASVILLE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NATIONAL COUNTRY CHURCH AND SCHOOL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OTWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND OTWAY COVERED BRIDGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PIKE COUNTY GENEALOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCENIC SCIOTO HERITAGE TRAILHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SHAWNEE STATE UNIVERSITY CLARK PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM7403514778
SOUTHERN OHIO MUSEUM AND CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM7403545629

Libraries in West Portsmouth

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
PORTSMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY1220 GALLIA ST.0.0247,000
GREENUP COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY508 MAIN STREET0.0133,837
LEWIS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY27 THIRD STREET0.074,141

Farmers Markets in West Portsmouth

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Greenup County Farmers Market IIAmerican Legion Post #276
Main Street Portsmouth Farmers Market Corner of Gallia & Chillicothe Streets

Clinics in West Portsmouth

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #556376806

Golf Courses in West Portsmouth

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Elks Country Club

Breweries in West Portsmouth

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Portsmouth Brewing CoBars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery and Food, Food, Brewery, Taverns224 2nd St(740) 354-6106, 7403546106Visit

Pharmacies in West Portsmouth

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
GAHM'S PHARMACY II 1565 GALENA PIKE 740-858-5000
STAKERS DRUGS 2339 GALENA PIKE 740-858-2228

Cell Towers in West Portsmouth

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
Daniels Drive (2477)GTOWER123
208 Ghost Hollow Rd. (2488)GTOWER95
(Lucasville) 208 Ghost HollowLTOWER95
(Friendship) 10349 SR 125 WestLTOWER95
269 Edward Warren Dr. (131839)LTOWER92
OFF US RT 23 GREEN HILLS .80 KM WTOWER80
14888 State Route 7 (15131)GTOWER72
803 HIGHWAY 546 STATE ROUTE 10 (76299)GTOWER61
3138 State Route 10 (124635)MTOWER61
(Cameron) 1337 Newberry HollowLTOWER61
Siloam Branch Road (16236)LTOWER61

Fire Stations in West Portsmouth

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Washington Township Volunteer Fire Department1321 4TH STVolunteer740-858-5600

Bridges in West Portsmouth

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19721,20517,996F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197217517,996G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197216317,996G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197232117,996G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195029117,996F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19721,20514,967F
SlabConcrete continuous19578611,995F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195114611,831F
CulvertSteel1957347,910F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19721327,550F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19722007,550G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19875436,269F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19871855,526G
Truss (Thru)Steel19872,9914,466F
Truss (Thru)Steel19872,9914,433F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19722004,254G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19501974,254G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19721454,254G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19501334,254F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19991,5084,032F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19491592,700G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1990332,339G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete1940292,339F
Tee BeamConcrete1940322,339P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1987249831G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1972221745G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete196528495G
FrameConcrete201331495G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel194027226F
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete200030226G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196050146G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199160145F
SlabConcrete continuous193730101F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19403250F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20004740G

Amtrak Stations in West Portsmouth

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
South Shore-South Portsmouth, KYDepot Drive & US 23TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near West Portsmouth

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
HAVERHILL CHEMICALS LLC1019 HAVERHILL/OHIO FURNACE ROSCIOTO
HAVERHILL COKE COMPANY LLC (0773000182)2446 GALLIA PIKESCIOTO

Airports Near West Portsmouth

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tri-State Airport / Milton J. Ferguson FieldHTSMedium Airport
Alexander Salamon AirportSmall Airport
Ashland Regional AirportSmall Airport
Baisden AirportSmall Airport
Beam Farms AirportSmall Airport
Clarks FieldSmall Airport
Donner FieldSmall Airport
Fleming Mason AirportSmall Airport
Gayland AirportSmall Airport
Greater Portsmouth Regional AirportPMHSmall Airport
Haas AirportSmall Airport
Hidden Quarry AirportSmall Airport
Highland County AirportSmall Airport
Hollister FieldSmall Airport
James A Rhodes AirportSmall Airport
Lawrence County AirparkHTWSmall Airport
Lazy-W AirportSmall Airport
Lewis AirportSmall Airport
Morehead-Rowan County Clyde A. Thomas Regional AirportSmall Airport
Morkassel FieldSmall Airport
Pickaway County Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Pike County AirportSmall Airport
Robert Newlon FieldSmall Airport
Ross County AirportSmall Airport
Ross FieldSmall Airport
Russ AirportSmall Airport
Sargents FieldSmall Airport
Sword Flight Park UltralightSmall Airport
Unger FieldSmall Airport
Vinton County AirportSmall Airport
Womstead FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in West Portsmouth

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Ohio Highway Patrol
Portsmouth City Police
Scioto County Sheriff1025 Sixteenth Street

Grocery Stores in West Portsmouth

6 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
BOLAND'S MINI MARTConvenience Store16709 US Highway 52
Dollar General 22106Other2033 Galena Pike
Family Dollar 6325Other22950 State Route 73
SUPER QUIK FOOD STORE #10Convenience Store1051 Galena Pike
Weaver's Gas & OilConvenience Store22428 State Route 73
Westside IgaSupermarket2335 Galena Pike

Treatment Centers in West Portsmouth

8 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Amazing Grace CenterSubstance Abuse740-876-8449
ASCEND Csl and Recovery ServicesSubstance Abuse740-876-8290
Brightview HealthSubstance Abuse844-707-7775
Pathways Inc - Greenup County OutpatientBoth606-329-8588 x4074
Pathways Inc - Journey HouseSubstance Abuse606-329-8588 x4074
Shawnee Mental Health Center IncBoth740-354-7702
Spero HealthSubstance Abuse740-853-5383
Sunrise Treatment Center - PortsmouthBoth513-941-4999 x1092

DOL Wage Violations in West Portsmouth

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $3,982 in back wages owed to 7 employees.

1
Violations
$3,982
Back Wages Owed
7
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
Dr. James Duncan 45663 1 $3,982 $569 7

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Frequently Asked Questions About West Portsmouth

What is the population of West Portsmouth?

West Portsmouth has a population of 2,806 residents and is located in Ohio. The population density is 596 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.8 years. The population is 49.3% female and 50.7% male.

Is West Portsmouth expensive to live in?

West Portsmouth is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $48,925, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $116,900 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is West Portsmouth safe?

West Portsmouth is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 70 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,619 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, West Portsmouth receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in West Portsmouth?

West Portsmouth has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 32°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 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in West Portsmouth?

The job market in West Portsmouth is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $797. There are 283 business establishments in the area, including 9 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 5.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in West Portsmouth?

The median home value in West Portsmouth is $116,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,313. For renters, the median monthly rent is $691. Fair market rent is $873 for a 1-bedroom and $1,092 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 75.6%. The average annual property tax is $1,850.

How are the schools in West Portsmouth?

Schools in West Portsmouth score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.9% of adults in West Portsmouth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. 3.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is West Portsmouth?

The obesity rate in West Portsmouth is 42.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.8% of adults are smokers. 32.3% are physically inactive. 30.3% of residents report depression. 9.2% lack health insurance. 4.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:6,493.

What is transportation like in West Portsmouth?

The average commute in West Portsmouth is 26 minutes. 92.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of West Portsmouth?

The racial and ethnic makeup of West Portsmouth is 96.2% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 9.8% of the population are military veterans. 33.5% of residents have a disability. 98.7% have health insurance coverage.

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