A Local’s Guide to Living in Scott Depot, WV
Scott Depot, WV is an unincorporated census-designated place (CDP) which means that it doesn't have formal city boundaries. According to an American Community Survey in 2023, the population of Scott Depot is 8,292, making it about the size of a small town.
Living in Scott Depot offers many conveniences, such as proximity to shopping and a variety of dining options. Plus, it's very close to Charleston, so it's quite possible to live in Scott Depot and travel to Charleston for work. Additionally, if you're a hiking enthusiast, there are many hiking and outdoor escapes around Scott Depot. Here at Wexford Village at Devonshire, Scott Depots premier apartment community, we love to sing our hometowns praises. Thats why weve put together this helpful locals guide to the city. Lets dive in!
Cost of Living in West Virginia
When you're thinking about moving to a new place, the cost of living there is important to consider. Fortunately, Scott Depot has quite a reasonable cost of living compared to the rest of the country. The average cost of renting an apartment in Scott Depot is 29% lower than the national average, and the overall cost of living in West Virginia is 10% lower than the national average.
This includes housing, utilities, food, healthcare and goods and services, which means that you can sustain a great standard of living at a moderate salary when you live in Scott Depot.
Shopping and Dining in Scott Depot
You can get your groceries, hardware and some hobby and craft supplies in Scott Depot itself, but there's also a lot more shopping available five minutes away in the Liberty Square Shopping Center (Target, Home Depot and Petco) as well as Putnam Village Shopping Center, which has a number of retail stores and services. If you don't mind driving fifteen minutes, you can also shop at Huntingdon Mall which has over 150 stores!
There are also a number of varied dining options available in Scott Depot, and you can find something to suit every taste. For a classic West Virginia breakfast, you can try Tudor's Biscuit World while Dough Daddy's Pizza is a great casual pizza option. China Chef is a well-known Chinese restaurant in this area while El Rancho Grande is a good spot to satisfy all your Mexican food cravings.
Outdoor Activities in Scott Depot
Given that Scott Depot has great outdoorsy weather for most of the year, it makes sense to take advantage of the parks, trails and hiking available in this area. There are a couple of great parks in nearby Hurricane, such as Valley Park and Hurricane City Park, both of which have playgrounds, sports fields and trailheads leading into 30+ miles of hiking and biking.
However, if you have a full day to spare for West Virginia hiking, you can go to nearby State and National Parks, such as New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, with its hiking, rafting and overlooks, and Babcock State Park, which has trails and beautiful foliage. You can also check out the Sandstone Falls and walk along the boardwalk which has picnic tables from where you can relax and enjoy the view of the waterfalls. Another unique attraction in the Scott Depot area is the show cave at the Lost World Caverns, a designated National Natural Landmark. The cave is 120 feet below ground level and full of stalactites and stalagmites, including one called the "Snowy Chandelier." The Seneca Caverns is another, similar show cave located 165 feet below ground level, with stalactites, stalagmites and a reflective "Mirror Lake."
Pros and Cons of Living In Scott Depot
If you're thinking of moving to Scott Depot, there are a number of pros and perhaps a few cons of living here.
Pros
● Scott Depot is a quiet, friendly suburban community.
● The schools here are generally good, with small class sizes and high performance.
● Shopping, dining, and movies are located close by.
● It's a great place for outdoor activities and located close to many trails.
● The cost of living here is quite a bit lower than the national average.
Cons
● It doesn't have much of a nightlife and may feel too quiet to those used to urban centers.
● You may have to commute to nearby Charleston if you're looking for a job in the area.
