Livability Score

70
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities F

There are not many amenities close to this location.
Coffee (4) F
Cafe Creperi
Coffee Shop
Cafe Appalachia
Coffee Shop
The Daily Cup
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Mea Cuppa Coffee Lounge
Coffee Shop
Sam's Uptown Cafe & Bar
Coffee Shop
Capitol Roasters Cafe
Coffee Shop
Inta Juice
Coffee Shop
Taylor Books Cafe
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (0) F
Marquee Cinema Southridge 12
Cinema
Dunbar Middle School Theater
Theatre Arts
Charleston Art Gallery
Theatre Arts
Sunrise Bird Sanctuary Museum
Museum
Elk City Playhouse
Theatre Arts
Schoenbaum Stage
Theatre Arts
West Virginia State University Capitol Center
Theatre Arts
Bear Wood Company
Art Gallery
WV market gallery
Art Gallery
Annex Gallery
Art Gallery
Food and Drink (24) F
McDonald's
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
KFC
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Krispy Kreme
Fast Food
Steak Escape
Fast Food
KFC
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Schlotzsky's
Fast Food
Long John Silver's
Fast Food
South Charleston Dairy Bar
Sweets
Sandy's
Bar
Arby's
Fast Food
Qdoba
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Five Guys
Fast Food
Jersey Mike's Subs
Fast Food
Suzi's Hamburgers
Fast Food
Sub Express
Fast Food
Baskin-Robbins
Sweets
The Cold Spot
Bar
Little Caesars
Fast Food
Peace, Love, and Little Donuts
Fast Food
Hardee's
Fast Food
Fitness (3) F
South Charleston Community Center
Community Centre
Anytime Fitness
Gym
Brickhouse Cardio Club
Gym
Fitt24
Gym
India Center
Community Centre
North Charleston Community Center
Community Centre
Second Avenue Community Center
Community Centre
Dunbar Recreation Center
Community Centre
Shawnee Community Center
Community Centre
Revolution Training
Gym
Kanawha County Conference Center
Community Centre
Summit Community Conference Center
Community Centre
Groceries (3) F
Target
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Asian Supermarket
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Healthy Life Market
Health Food
Kroger
Grocery Store
Middle East Mart
Grocery Store
Parks (17) F
Timberland Park
Park
Jefferson Park
Park
Blackwell Park
Park
Little Creek Park
Park
Glendale Park
Park
Second Avenue Park
Park
Jackson Park
Park
Staunton Park
Park
Tenth Avenue Park
Park
Dunbar Mini Park
Park
Joplin Park
Park
Dunbar Park
Park
Danner Meadow Park
Park
North Charleston Recreation Center
Park
Wine Cellar Park
Park
Ruffner Memorial Park
Park
Bible Center Bicycle Park
Park
Magic Island Park
Park
Shawnee Community Center Park
Park
Oakmont Park
Park
Kids Splash Park
Playground
Chilton Reserve
Park
River Front Park
Park
Shawnee Park
Park
Carriage Trail
Park
Shops (54) D-
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Oasis Spa
Beauty
HomeGoods
Houseware
Best Buy
Electronics
Verizon
Electronics
Lowe's
Home Improvement
Cato
Clothing
Marshalls
Department Store
Bath & Body Works
Beauty
PetSmart
Pets
Sheetz
Convenience Store
Justice
Clothing
AT&T
Electronics
We Care Hair
Hairdresser
Catherines
Clothing
Edible Arrangements
Gift Shop
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
Nails & Tanning
Beauty
Men's Wearhouse
Clothing
Sprint
Electronics
TJ Maxx
Department Store
DXL Men's Apparel
Clothing
Evans Lumber
Home Improvement
GoMart
Convenience Store
14 & Up Resale Plus Size Consignment Shop
Clothing
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 4.3% take public transportation in South Charleston.
Public Transit Stops (0)
Stops & Stations F
Charleston
Transit Station
Workers Taking Public Transit
4.3% C-
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in South Charleston is 89/100 - which is 4% higher than West Virginia.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. B+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax B-
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crime F

South Charleston crime rates are 5,267 per 100k, which is 249% higher than West Virginia
Property Crime
4,643 crimes per 100k F
Violent Crime
624 crimes per 100k F
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employment C

The median income in South Charleston is $51,021 - which is 20% higher than West Virginia.
Med. Household Income
$51,021 F
Unemployment Rate
4.0% C-
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health B+

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (11)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. D-
West Virginia State Police Headquarters
Police
Greater Charleston Dialysis
Clinic
Bee Well Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Thomas Memorial Hospital
Hospital
Kroger Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Fire Station #2
Fire Station
South Charleston Fire Department
Fire Station
Michael Romeo Dentistry
Dentist
Holzer Clinic
Clinic
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Fresenius Medical Care
Clinic
Thomas Health
Clinic
Thomas Health Diagnostic Center
Clinic
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Aspen Dental
Dentist
North Charleston Fire Station
Fire Station
West Virginia Office of the Chief Medical Examiner
Police
Dr. Moore & Moore Dental Associates, PLLC
Dentist
Walgreens
Pharmacy
West Virginia State Police
Police
United States Secret Service - Charleston Division
Police
Kinetic Health Care
Clinic
Fire Station Number 2
Fire Station
Rx by Tel Pharmacy & Vitamin Center
Pharmacy
Kanawha County Sheriff's Office
Police
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A-
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housing A+

South Charleston home prices are $127,500 - which is 19% higher than West Virginia
Home Price
$127,500 F
Home Appreciation Rate
12% A-
Home Affordability
2.5x (home price to income ratio) A+
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schools D-

The South Charleston graduation rate is 89% - which is 13% higher than West Virginia
School Test Scores
N/A
High School Grad. Rates
89% B+
Elementary Schools (5) F
Richmond Elementary School
Montrose Elementary School
Kenna Elementary School
South Charleston Middle School
Bridgeview Elementary School
Bible Center School
Weberwood Elementary School
Ruthlawn Elementary School
Dunbar Intermediate Center
Grandview Elementary School
Mary C. Snow West Side Elementary
Dunbar Primary Center
Overbrook Elementary School
Dunbar Middle School
John Adams Middle School
Blvd Adventist Academy
William J Raglin Center
Chandler Academy
Stonewall Jackson Middle School
Charleston Montessori Inc.
Holz Elementary School
Charleston Catholic High School
High Schools (1) F
South Charleston High School
Ben Franklin Career Center
George Washington High School
Chandler Academy
James H. "Tiger" Morton Juvenile Center
Charleston Catholic High School
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ratings A+

South Charleston has an overall rating of 90% from 1 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes A+
User Surveys (0)
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South Charleston, WV Area Guide

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South Charleston Area Facts

  • South Charleston has a Livability Score of 70/100, which is considered good
  • South Charleston crime rates are 249% higher than the West Virginia average
  • Cost of living in South Charleston is 4% higher than the West Virginia average
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South Charleston the tourist centre. 4.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 23, 2018) This is my hometown. It’s a city that is calm, peaceful and filled with lovely people. It has a population of about 13,450. Its small town is full of friendly and genuine people. It’s a city where everyone is concerned about the well-being of the other. Due to this, there are ...Read More very few crimes reported in my hometown.
The transport system is convenient and reliable. I always look forward to waking up in the morning to hear the sounds of trains coming through each day. I can never wish to leave my home. The city services are fantastic where everyone is served appropriately. The cost of living is reduced giving everyone the opportunity to visit the city.
Business here is thriving every day which is a great sign for all investors to come tour. There are various restaurants set in different corners offering exceptional services. The city experiences sunny weather supporting plenty of recreational activities like golf, swimming among others. Also, the city has plenty of fields and courts for playing soccer, tennis, and rugby. Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in South Charleston? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Timberland Park
      Jefferson Park
      Blackwell Park
      Little Creek Park
      Glendale Park
      Second Avenue Park
      Jackson Park
      Staunton Park

      Entertainment

      Marquee Cinema Southridge 12
      Dunbar Middle School Theater
      Charleston Art Gallery
      Sunrise Bird Sanctuary Museum
      Elk City Playhouse
      Schoenbaum Stage
      West Virginia State University Capitol Center
      Bear Wood Company

      Food & Drink

      McDonald's
      Wendy's
      KFC
      Taco Bell
      Burger King
      Krispy Kreme
      Steak Escape
      KFC

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in South Charleston? Of all people who commute, 4.3% take public transportation in South Charleston.
      Drive to Work
      82%

      5% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      4%

      1% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      3%

      equal to the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in South Charleston? The cost of living in South Charleston is 89/100 - which is 4% higher than West Virginia.
      South Charleston
      89

      11% less expensive than average

      West Virginia
      85

      15% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      F Crime

      What is the crime rate in South Charleston? South Charleston crime rates are 5,267, which are 249% higher than West Virginia
      Total Crime
      5,267 per 100k people

      127% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 19

      127% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -5%

      Year over year crime is down

      C Employment

      What is the median income in South Charleston? The median income in South Charleston is $51,021 which is 20% higher than West Virginia.
      Median household income
      $51,0218% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $32,74210% higher than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      4%

      15% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is South Charleston a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Thomas Memorial Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Kroger Pharmacy
      Rite Aid
      Bee Well Pharmacy

      Doctors

      A+ Housing

      What are South Charleston home prices? South Charleston home prices are $127,500 - which is 19% higher than West Virginia
      Median home value
      $127,50031% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $69127% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      70%

      9% higher than the US average

      D- Schools

      Does South Charleston have good schools? The South Charleston graduation rate is 89% - which is 13% higher than West Virginia
      High school grad. rates
      89%

      7% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      ?

      100% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      17:1

      8% higher than the US average

      A+ User Ratings

      Is South Charleston a good place to live? South Charleston has an overall rating of 90% from 1 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      90%

      1 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      90%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      n/a%

      0 total surveys

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