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Wheeling, WV
Wheeling · Ohio County · WV 26003
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$157K
Median Price
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Walk Score
8.1/10
Schools
30 min
to Wheeling downtown
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
81/100
CQuietness
60/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score62/100
Our Take
Wheeling offers affordable homes and solid schools, but almost no walkability or public transit. It works best for families who can drive and value low cost, but there are limited dining options and occasional infrastructure hiccups.
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The Good
- ✓Very affordable median home price
- ✓Strong K‑12 schools with high ratings
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Good community assets like a local library
Real Talk
- !Almost all errands require a car – walk score is 0
- !Dining and nightlife are limited, few options beyond chain restaurants
- !Occasional bridge closures and traffic bottlenecks can be annoying
- !Crime data isn’t great—moderate property crime, potential for street crime
- $Higher utility and HVAC costs due to older homes
- $Frequent car maintenance and gas costs due to car dependence
- $Limited local services mean trips to larger cities for certain needs
- $Possible future HOA fees if community boundaries change
Best For
Families looking for affordable housingFirst‑time home buyersRetirees who don’t need a walkable cityPeople who are comfortable with car‑dependent living
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Wheeling, WV
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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