How long is the commute from Richwood, WV?
Workers who live in Richwood, WV take an average of 36.5 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
71.3% of workers drive alone to work.
10.2% take public transportation.
4.0% of workers walk to work.
4.7% work from home.
12.4% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 36.5 minutes (±11.3)
- Public transportation
- 10.2%
- Work from home
- 4.7%
- Households without a car
- 12.4%
How people in Richwood get to work
| Means of transportation | Richwood | Nicholas County | West Virginia | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 71.3% (±15.5 points) | 79.2% | 78.1% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 7.9% (±7.0 points) | 13.4% | 8.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 10.2% (±12.2 points) | 1.0% | 0.5% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 4.0% (±4.7 points) | 0.8% | 2.5% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 1.9% (±3.9 points) | 0.7% | 1.4% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 4.7% (±5.4 points) | 4.8% | 9.1% | 15.1% |
In Richwood, the average commute is not measurably different from Nicholas County (33.1 minutes).
It is not measurably different from West Virginia (26.6 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Richwood, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Nicholas County (1.0%).
It is not measurably different from West Virginia (0.5%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In Nicholas County, Richwood ranks 1 of 3 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 23 of 261.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Richwood
| Vehicles available | Richwood | Nicholas County | West Virginia | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 12.4% (±8.5 points) | 6.8% | 8.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 50.9% (±12.0 points) | 29.8% | 34.2% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 21.9% (±8.4 points) | 39.9% | 36.8% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 14.8% (±8.8 points) | 23.4% | 20.9% | 21.9% |
In Richwood, the share of households without a vehicle is not measurably different from Nicholas County (6.8%).
It is not measurably different from West Virginia (8.0%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Richwood
| Richwood | Nicholas County | West Virginia | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 4.7% (±5.4 points) | 4.8% (±1.8 points) | 9.1% (±0.3 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 90.6% (±6.6 points) | 90.0% (±2.8 points) | 91.2% (±0.2 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 86.6% (±7.0 points) | 83.2% (±3.4 points) | 86.1% (±0.3 points) | 91.0% |
In Richwood, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Nicholas County (83.2%).
It is not measurably different from West Virginia (86.1%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Richwood
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richwood | — | 36.5 minutes (±11.3) | — |
| Craigsville | 9.1 mi | 18.0 minutes (±10.4) | Lower |
| Camden-on-Gauley | 11 mi | 38.1 minutes (±15.5) | Not measurably different |
| Cowen | 13 mi | 20.6 minutes (±8.7) | Lower |
| Quinwood | 15 mi | 50.0 minutes (±31.7) | Not measurably different |
| Summersville | 17 mi | 26.3 minutes (±13.8) | Not measurably different |
| Falling Spring | 19 mi | 31.9 minutes (±9.0) | Not measurably different |
| Hillsboro | 19 mi | 38.1 minutes (±15.2) | Not measurably different |
| Addison (Webster Springs) | 19 mi | 13.6 minutes (±3.4) | Lower |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Craigsville, WV (18.0 minutes), Cowen, WV (20.6 minutes), Addison (Webster Springs), WV (13.6 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Nicholas County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Richwood | 36.5 minutes (±11.3) |
| 2 | Summersville | 26.3 minutes (±13.8) |
| 3 | Craigsville | 18.0 minutes (±10.4) |
Survey years: 2020–2024 (American Community Survey 5-year estimates).
Margins of error are at the 90% confidence level.
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Questions about Richwood
How long is the average commute in Richwood?
Workers who live in Richwood, WV take an average of 36.5 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Richwood without a car?
12.4% of households in Richwood have no vehicle, and 10.2% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Richwood?
4.7% (±5.4 points) of workers who live in Richwood worked from home, and 86.6% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Richwood city, West Virginia
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Richwood city, West Virginia
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Richwood city, West Virginia
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Each estimate (E or PE) has a margin of error beside it (M or PM).
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DP03_0018E, DP03_0018M, DP03_0025E, DP03_0025M, DP03_0019PE, DP03_0019PM, DP03_0020PE, DP03_0020PM, DP03_0021PE, DP03_0021PM, DP03_0022PE, DP03_0022PM, DP03_0023PE, DP03_0023PM, DP03_0024PE, DP03_0024PM, DP04_0058PE, DP04_0058PM, DP04_0059PE, DP04_0059PM, DP04_0060PE, DP04_0060PM, DP04_0061PE, DP04_0061PM, DP02_0153PE, DP02_0153PM, DP02_0154PE, DP02_0154PM
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Figures last updated on .
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