Wheeling, West Virginia
The award-winning Oglebay Golf Resort in Wheeling, W.Va.Courtesy of Visit Wheeling, W.V.
- StateWest Virginia
- CountyOhio
- Population26,568
This sparsely populated small town on the Ohio River once served as West Virginia’s capital during the Civil War, and residents and visitors alike can still enjoy the historic architecture throughout. Most notable is the Wheeling Suspension Bridge, an iconic landmark and symbol of the city: Completed in 1849, Wheeling’s was considered the longest suspension bridge worldwide at the time.
These days, locals take pleasure in modern comforts such as Oglebay, which features an award-winning golf course, zoo, and adventure park; seasonal activities like skiing and snowboarding; as well as nearby entertainment at the Wheeling Island Hotel, Casino, and Racetrack.
High school graduates who want to continue their education don’t have to travel far: Top-notch Wheeling University was recently named West Virginia’s No. 1 private university and best small college by Niche, an educational and neighborhood review site.—AS
These days, locals take pleasure in modern comforts such as Oglebay, which features an award-winning golf course, zoo, and adventure park; seasonal activities like skiing and snowboarding; as well as nearby entertainment at the Wheeling Island Hotel, Casino, and Racetrack.
High school graduates who want to continue their education don’t have to travel far: Top-notch Wheeling University was recently named West Virginia’s No. 1 private university and best small college by Niche, an educational and neighborhood review site.—AS
Town Information
| Median sale price for single family residences (2022) | $132,731 |
| Median household income | $57,352 |
| Racial and ethnic makeup of current residents | Asian: 0.88%, Black: 4.74%, Hispanic: 1.47% |
| Racial and ethnic makeup of U.S. | Asian: 6.1%, Black: 13.6%, Hispanic: 18.9% |
| High school district graduation rate (averages of districts were applied when necessary) | 98% |
| Percent of schools serving students in the area that rank "above average" (averages of districts were applied when necessary) | 46% |
| Number of hospitals within 25 miles recommended by over 50% of patients | 5 |
| Number of above-average nursing homes within 50 miles, per 100,000 households | 16 |
| Sharecare Community Well-Being Index Score (out of 100) | 61 |
Sources: ATTOM, U.S. Census Bureau, GreatSchools, Healthgrades, Caring.com, Sharecare