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Monongalia County
City in West Virginia, United States
Overview
Monongalia County, centered around Morgantown, is a dynamic hub in northern West Virginia, known for West Virginia University's lively atmosphere, riverside parks, and historic downtown. It combines college-town energy with natural beauty, drawing visitors for its culture, food, and Appalachian scenery.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
West Virginia
Population
105,822
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
39.63°, -80.05°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
75
Female Safety
72
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
70
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$2,185
Local Cost
$1,410
Local Income
$3,350
Cashless
80
English
100
Temperature
10.7°C
Summer Avg
21.7°C
Winter Avg
-0.9°C
Record High
38.0°C
Record Low
-22.2°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1135 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
1
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
MGW
Distance
11 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.
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 2025-12-05.
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 81/100.
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