Oakmont, Wheeling, WV
Is Wheeling, WV (Oakmont) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe119
Medium107
Low205
Other639
61 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape8
Child involved15
Assault6
Other35
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency occurred near the 7-Eleven on Market Street where a person fell and sustained an elbow injury. Fire and squad units were dispatched; one squad was later stood down after clearing the hospital. | Market St, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a man reportedly tripped and fell on the sidewalk near the 7-Eleven at Market Street, sustaining cuts to his elbows. Fire and EMS personnel were dispatched to the scene. | Market St, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a reported disturbance at a convenience store on 11th Street in Wheeling, where a man was reportedly refusing to leave and employees apparently locked him inside. Fire and EMS were requested after he said he tripped and fell on the sidewalk and had cuts on his elbows. | 11th St, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a reported disturbance inside a Market Street convenience store, where a man was reportedly causing problems and had been locked inside by someone at the location. | Market St, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer is dispatched to address a report of a possible sick animal that has been on a porch near North Erie Street in Wheeling. | N Erie St, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to an apartment at a residential complex on Chapline Street after a caller reported that someone was inside his residence. The caller provided limited information and requested that police respond. | Chapline St, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a transit driver reports a traffic crash near a business on 26th Street in Wheeling. The driver says the bus was not involved, and police are on scene managing the situation. | 26th St, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic describes a possible minor traffic crash involving a gray Mazda and a silver Ram near Jebbia’s/JWB by 26th and Chapline, with no injuries reported. Crews also discuss an apparent medical call for an elderly woman with double vision who ultimately refused treatment. | Chapline St, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers handled a traffic situation near the Fort Henry Tunnel involving a truck on an eastbound ramp. They temporarily blocked traffic so the driver could safely back up and be redirected toward I-70 westbound, then reported that the roadway was open again and the truck was on its way. | 1098-1034 Main St, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer met a walk-in at headquarters about a reported theft that allegedly occurred on Wheeling Island. | Wheeling Island, Wheeling, WV 26003 | Theft Report |
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Median Home Price
$252,107
Average Rent
$1,158
Vacancy Rate
8%
Overview
Oakmont is a suburban neighborhood in Wheeling, WV, with a median home price of $252,107, higher than 70% of West Virginia neighborhoods.
The area has a mix of medium to small single-family homes and small apartments, many built before 1940, with a vacancy rate near the national median.
SuburbanHistoric HomesExecutive Workforce
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 8.0% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Oakmont's housing stock includes mostly medium to small single-family homes and small apartment buildings, many historic.
| Housing Age | Mostly built before 1940, some 1940-1969 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
| Housing Type Mix | Medium to small single-family and small apartments |
What buyers will notice right away
Many homes date back to before 1940, offering historic charm.
Vacancy rates near the national median suggest market stability.
Families & Lifestyle
Oakmont is favored by executives and professionals, with a high share of residents in management roles.
Executive Presence — 58.7% of workers are in executive, management, and professional occupations.
| Executive Lifestyle Ranking | Top 12.6% in West Virginia |
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Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Share | 58.7 |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
| Top Ancestries | ["German (27.3%)","English (24.2%)","Irish (23.7%)","Italian (7.0%)","Polish (6.0%)"] |
| Languages Spoken | ["English (97.1%)"] |
Commute
Oakmont residents mostly drive alone, with one of the shortest average commute times in the U.S.
Oakmont is highly car-dependent with a very short average commute time.
High Drive Alone Rate — 88.2% drive alone, exceeding most U.S. neighborhoods.
Short Commute — Majority commute under 15 minutes one-way.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes (59.6%) |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 88.2 |
Homes for sale near 43909
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical home price in Oakmont?
The median home price is $252,107, more expensive than 70% of West Virginia neighborhoods.
How do most residents commute to work?
Most residents (88.2%) drive alone, with many having very short commutes.