Hamlin 72 Excellent
Hamlin Livability #44 ranked city in West Virginia#5,743 ranked city in the USARanks better than 80% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Hamlin

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this region is notably lower than the national average, encompassing everyday goods, housing, utilities, transportation and health care expenses.

  • Crime

    The crime rate is far lower than the national average per 100,000 residents. As such, it should be considered a very safe place to live when compared to other areas.

  • Health & Safety

    Achieving a high health and safety score relies on factors including great air quality and convenient access to vital health facilities such as hospitals, doctors, clinics and police stations.

  • Ratings

    Locals express favorable opinions about the proximity of everyday local amenities, parks, public transit, neighborly atmosphere, strong sense of community and the general safety of the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

  • Employment

    Low income levels and high unemployment rates results in a low score in the employment category. It could prove difficult to find well-paying employment in this area.

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      Hamlin transportation information

      Statistic Hamlin West Virginia National
      Average one way commute19min26min26min
      Workers who drive to work86.2%82.0%76.4%
      Workers who carpool4.8%9.9%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.4%0.9%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.1%0.6%
      Workers who walk5.0%2.9%2.8%
      Working from home3.6%3.1%4.6%
      Source: The Hamlin, WV data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).