Cities / Parkersburg / Safest
The safest neighborhoods in Parkersburg, WV
Ranked from the 11 Parkersburg areas we score. Top of the list means low recent crime, steady household income, and streets that stay comfortable on foot into the evening.
- 1Southmoor Heights· ParkersburgSignificantly lower violent crime rate compared to Parkersburg municipal averages76Go, stay aware
- 2Southwood· ParkersburgLower violent crime rates compared to central and downtown Parkersburg73Go, stay aware
- 3South Parkersburg· ParkersburgSignificantly lower violent crime rates compared to nearby urban centers70Go, stay aware
- 4North Parkersburg· ParkersburgLower violent crime rates compared to the downtown core and southern riverfront neighborhoods70Go, stay aware
- 5Stewart· ParkersburgPrimarily owner-occupied, quiet residential streets with minimal foot traffic67Go, stay aware
- 6Fairview Heights· ParkersburgLower violent crime rates compared to urban core neighborhoods in Parkersburg67Go, stay aware
- 7Julia-Ann Square· ParkersburgActive neighborhood association and high rate of historic owner-occupancy within the core district66Go, stay aware
- 8Lauckport· ParkersburgMinimal violent crime risk directed at casual visitors66Go, stay aware
- 9Tavennersville· ParkersburgViolent crime rates against travelers and casual visitors remain low.63Caution
- 10Downtown Parkersburg· ParkersburgConcentrated presence of government offices and county judicial facilities maintaining steady daytime activity61Caution
How we score
One score out of 100, weighted first on recent violent and property crime and local news, then on Census economics (income, poverty, employment), housing, education and household access measures. Walk and bike scores are shown separately so transport never inflates a safety number. Scores refresh nightly.