Livability Score

67
/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 (6) C-
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Wheeling Coffee Shoppe
Coffee Shop
Eckhart House
Coffee Shop
Empress Emporium
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (10) F
West Virginia Independence Hall
Museum
Capitol Theatre
Theatre Arts
Bennett Memorial Museum
Museum
Towngate Theatre and Cinema
Theatre Arts
Art Works Around Town
Art Gallery
Wheeling Island Stadium
Stadium
Dave Bruney Football Complex
Stadium
Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack
Attraction
J.B. Chambers Performing Art Center
Theatre Arts
Sedgwick House Museum
Museum
Oglebay Mansion Museum
Museum
Anne Kuchinka Amphitheater
Theatre Arts
Food and Drink (14) F
The 19th Hole
Bar
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Papa John's
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Gumby's Cigarete Shop
Alcohol
Ye Olde Alpha
Bar
Bridge Tavern & Grill
Bar
Vocelli's
Fast Food
Hershey's Ice Cream
Sweets
Wheeling Brewing
Bar
Arby's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Fitness (3) F
St Michael Gym
Gym
Howard Long Wellness Center
Gym
Wheeling Park Tennis Bubble
Gym
Groceries (3) F
Kroger
Grocery Store
Oliver's Pies
Bakery
Nickle's Bakery
Bakery
Tina's Sweet Celebrations
Bakery
Riesbeck's
Grocery Store
Parks (39) A+
Wheeling Country Day School Playground
Playground
Woodsdale Community Playground
Playground
Tunnel Green
Park
Edgwood Playground
Playground
Edgwood Park
Park
Edgewood Park
Park
Eastern Park
Park
Bethlehem Community Park
Park
North Wheeling Historic District
Park
Wheeling Heritage Port Park
Park
Wilson Playground
Park
Waterfront Park
Park
Wheeling Historic District
Park
Stifel Playground
Playground
Wheeling Park
Park
Mt. Lebanon Community Playground
Park
Centre Market Square Historic District
Park
Wheeling Park Entrence
Park
Wheeling Park
Park
McConkey Memorial Park
Park
BOPP Playground
Park
Bridge Park
Park
Fodor Memorial Park
Park
Chapline Street Row Historic District
Park
Gould Park
Park
Shops (16) F
Marathon
Convenience Store
Clothes Collections
Clothing
Convenient
Convenience Store
Miklas Meat Market
Convenience Store
Words & Music Bookstore
Books
East Wheeling Clay Works
Gift Shop
Wheeling Flower Shop
Florist
Zeb's Barky Bites
Pets
The Paradox Bookstore
Books
Puddleducks
Gift Shop
Shuggy's Antiques Jewelry
Furniture
Antiques On The Market
Furniture
Marathon
Convenience Store
Clark's Pump-N-Shop
Convenience Store
Lowe's
Home Improvement
Eclectic Hair Studio
Hairdresser
Quick Service Bicycle Shop
Bicycle
Stores
Convenience Store
Cloud 9 Salon and Spa
Hairdresser
Wheelcraft Bicycles
Bicycle
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 1.9% take public transportation in Wheeling.
Public Transit Stops (1)
Stops & Stations F
Workers Taking Public Transit
1.9% F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Wheeling is 89/100 - which is 5% higher than West Virginia.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. B+
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax B-
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crime F

Wheeling crime rates are 3,643 per 100k, which is 142% higher than West Virginia
Property Crime
2,412 crimes per 100k D-
Violent Crime
1,231 crimes per 100k F
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employment D-

The median income in Wheeling is $41,911 - which is 2% lower than West Virginia.
Med. Household Income
$41,911 F
Unemployment Rate
3.5% C+
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health A-

There are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,
Health & Safety (7)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. D-
Doctors Urgent Care
Clinic
Wheeling Clinic
Clinic
Central Fire Station
Fire Station
Northwood Health Systems
Clinic
Wheeling Fire Department Station 2
Fire Station
Wheeling Fire Department
Fire Station
Bethlehem Volunteer Fire Department
Fire Station
Bethlehem Volunteer Fire Department
Fire Station
East Ohio Regional Hospital
Hospital
Martins Ferry Police Department
Police
WVUMedicine Ambulatory Surgery Center
Clinic
MedExpress Urgent Care
Hospital
Belmont Community Hospital
Hospital
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A-
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housing A+

Wheeling home prices are $110,900 - which is 3% higher than West Virginia
Home Price
$110,900 F
Home Appreciation Rate
10% B+
Home Affordability
2.6x (home price to income ratio) A
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schools B+

The Wheeling graduation rate is 87% - which is 11% higher than West Virginia
School Test Scores
N/A
High School Grad. Rates
87% B-
Elementary Schools (21) C-
The Linsly School
Wheeling Country Day School
Woodsdale Elementary School
St Michael Parish School
Northern Reg. Juvenile Detention Center
Steenrod Elementary School
Triadelphia Middle School
Madison Elementary School
Bethlehem Elementary School
St Mary Central School
Speiro Academy
Martins Ferry Christian School
Martins Ferry Middle School
Wheeling Middle School
Ritchie Elementary School
Sikora Montessori School
Warwood School
Bridge Street Middle School
Corpus Christi Elementary School
St Vincent De Paul School
Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School
Our Lady Of Peace School
Abundant Life Christian School
Elm Grove Elementary School
High Schools (4) D-
The Linsly School
Central Catholic High School
Northern Reg. Juvenile Detention Center
Speiro Academy
Wheeling Park High School
Martins Ferry High School
Abundant Life Christian School
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ratings C+

Wheeling has an overall rating of 67% from 7 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes B-
User Surveys (6)
From AreaVibes C-
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Wheeling, WV Area Guide

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Wheeling Area Facts

  • Wheeling has a Livability Score of 67/100, which is considered good
  • Wheeling crime rates are 142% higher than the West Virginia average
  • Cost of living in Wheeling is 5% higher than the West Virginia average

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Wheeling is Unique and Home of Capitol Music Hall 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2018) My family and I have enjoyed living in Wheeling, West Virginia over the last year-and-a-half. There is a lot to do in Wheeling for it to be such a small city. The city is home to the Capitol Music Hall, the Heritage Port Amphitheater, and Smart Center that gives families a lot of ...Read More diversity in activities to enjoy within the city. The schools in Wheeling are average but my kids love the experience they have at their small schools because they are able to create long-term friendships with their classmates. One of the best areas in Wheeling is off of 22nd Street near the Smart Center.

Wheeling is also home of the Wheeling Nailers a hockey team that is exciting to watch and I and my family love to enjoy the games and the atmosphere in the sports complex. Nightlife in Wheeling is pretty limited and there are not a lot of opportunities to enjoy diversity in clubs and bars. However, there are a lot of restaurants and other shopping opportunities for individuals to enjoy. My family will continue to live in Wheeling over the next few years and it is a great place to live and raise my family. Read Less
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      F Amenities

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

      Parks

      Wheeling Country Day School Playground
      Woodsdale Community Playground
      Tunnel Green
      Edgwood Playground
      Edgwood Park
      Edgewood Park
      Eastern Park
      Bethlehem Community Park

      Entertainment

      West Virginia Independence Hall
      Capitol Theatre
      Bennett Memorial Museum
      Towngate Theatre and Cinema
      Art Works Around Town
      Wheeling Island Stadium
      Dave Bruney Football Complex
      Wheeling Island Hotel-Casino-Racetrack

      Food & Drink

      The 19th Hole
      Taco Bell
      Papa John's
      Subway
      Gumby's Cigarete Shop
      Ye Olde Alpha
      Bridge Tavern & Grill
      Vocelli's

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Wheeling? Of all people who commute, 1.9% take public transportation in Wheeling.
      Drive to Work
      80%

      4% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      2%

      3% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      6%

      3% higher than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Wheeling? The cost of living in Wheeling is 89/100 - which is 5% higher than West Virginia.
      Wheeling
      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 Wheeling? Wheeling crime rates are 3,643, which are 142% higher than West Virginia
      Total Crime
      3,643 per 100k people

      57% higher than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 28

      57% higher than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      37%

      Year over year crime is up

      D- Employment

      What is the median income in Wheeling? The median income in Wheeling is $41,911 which is 2% lower than West Virginia.
      Median household income
      $41,91124% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $29,1102% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      4%

      24% lower than the US average

      B+ Health & Safety

      Is Wheeling a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      MedExpress Urgent Care

      Pharmacies

      Doctors

      A+ Housing

      What are Wheeling home prices? Wheeling home prices are $110,900 - which is 3% higher than West Virginia
      Median home value
      $110,90040% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $64532% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      60%

      6% lower than the US average

      B+ Schools

      Does Wheeling have good schools? The Wheeling graduation rate is 87% - which is 11% higher than West Virginia
      High school grad. rates
      87%

      5% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      ?

      100% lower than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      15:1

      6% lower than the US average

      C+ User Ratings

      Is Wheeling a good place to live? Wheeling has an overall rating of 67% from 7 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      67%

      7 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      70%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      61%

      6 total surveys

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