Mineral Wells
City in West Virginia, United States
Overview
Mineral Wells, West Virginia is a charming small town set in the scenic foothills of the Appalachian region. It is known for its friendly community, historic attractions, and proximity to beautiful outdoor recreation areas. Visitors can enjoy a blend of tranquil landscapes and local hospitality.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
West Virginia
Population
14,820
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
39.19°, -81.53°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
45
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
85
Monthly Cost
$2,130
Local Cost
$1,340
Local Income
$2,150
Cashless
55
English
100
Temperature
12.1°C
Summer Avg
23.1°C
Winter Avg
0.3°C
Record High
40.5°C
Record Low
-20.0°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1193 mm
Internet Speed
135 Mbps
Upload
11 Mbps
Latency
17 ms
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
PKB
Distance
19 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 7 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.