Kingwood, WV Profile

Kingwood, WV, population 2,944 , is located in West Virginia's Preston county, about 69.0 miles from Pittsburgh and 145.0 miles from Arlington.

In the 90's the population of Kingwood has declined by about 9%. It is Estimated in recent years the population of Kingwood has been declining at an annual rate of less than one percent.

Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Kingwood area were lower than West Virginia's average.

Kingwood Statistics Kingwood Gender Information

Males in Kingwood: 1,345 (46%)
Females in Kingwood: 1,599 (54%)

As % of Population in Kingwood in Kingwood    

Race Diversity in Kingwood

White: 98%
African American: 1%
Other/Mixed: 1%

As % of Population in Kingwood in Kingwood      

Age Diversity in Kingwood

Median Age in Kingwood: 41.8 (Males in Kingwood: 40.6, Females in Kingwood: 43.0)

Kingwood Males Under 20: 12%     Kingwood Females Under 20: 13% Kingwood Males 20 to 40: 11%     Kingwood Females 20 to 40: 12% Kingwood Males 40 to 60: 14%     Kingwood Females 40 to 60: 15% Kingwood Males Over 60: 9%     Kingwood Females Over 60: 15%

Economics in Kingwood in Kingwood

Kingwood Household Average Size: 2.28 people
Kingwood Median Household Income: $ 29,155
Kingwood Median Value of Homes: $ 66,900

Law Enforcement in Kingwood

Reported crimes in the Kingwood area during 2003:

Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 0
Robbery: 0
Aggravated assault: 0
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: N/A

Burglary: 0
Larceny-theft: 2
Motor vehicle theft: 1
Arson: 0
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 102

Kingwood Location Information
Elevation: 1,863 feet above sea level. Land Area: 2.5 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Kingwood Albright 2.7 Miles Tunnelton 6.5 Miles Reedsville 6.7 Miles Terra Alta 7.5 Miles Masontown 8.3 Miles Rowlesburg 8.6 Miles Newburg 10.7 Miles Bruceton Mills 13.1 Miles Brandonville 13.8 Miles Brookhaven 15.3 Miles Big Cities Nearest Kingwood (Population 100,000+) Pittsburgh 69.0 Miles Arlington 145.0 Miles Washington 147.4 Miles Akron 147.6 Miles Alexandria 148.8 Miles Baltimore 164.7 Miles Cleveland 175.7 Miles Richmond 179.1 Miles Columbus 179.6 Miles Erie 185.0 Miles


The listings in Kingwood, West Virginia and surrounding areas provide the following services:

(4) Drug/Alcohol Detoxification
(2) Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
(4) Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
(8) Teens and Adolescents
(9) Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders
(3) Clients With Legal Issues
(2) Spanish Speaking
(6) Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
(14) Outpatient
(9) Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders
(1) Mental Health Services
(2) Hospital Inpatient
(1) Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment
(3) American Sign Language
(3) Methadone Maintenance
(2) Methadone Detoxification
(1) Persons with HIV/AIDS
(3) Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum
(2) Females
(2) Males
(3) Halfway House



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Are you battling an addiction to drugs or alcohol and live in Kingwood, West Virginia? Do you have a friend or family member that is addicted to drugs or alcohol in Kingwood and you don't know where to turn to for help? Addiction to any substance can be a very dark and lonely place, not just for the abuser but for anyone that cares about them. All hope is not lost; there are effective solutions out there. We can help you find an Alcohol Rehab or Drug Treatment Facility in Kingwood that will be appropriate for your treatment needs.

A Drug Rehab or Alcohol Treatment Center in Kingwood is a perfect solution for the treatment of drug addiction and alcoholism. Treatment will be geared towards helping the individual overcome their need to fix problems in their life with drugs and alcohol. Once they can grasp this, they will be able to cope with life situations more appropriately and resolve their problems without substances.

There are a variety of approaches to addiction treatment. Examples offered in Kingwood are Outpatient Drug Rehabilitation, Long-term Addiction Treatment Centers, Short-term Rehab Centers, Inpatient Drug and Alcohol Rehabs, support group meetings, drug counseling, halfway houses and sober living.

Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Centers in Kingwood will target both the physical and psychological aspects of addiction. Individuals are treated for physical addiction by undergoing a detoxification program in Kingwood, West Virginia to assist with the uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms which result when an addict discontinues use of a substance they are addicted to. Continued use of a psychoactive substance over time causes the brain to adapt to the presence of the drug, making the desired effect minimal. Physical tolerance to drugs such as heroin, amphetamines, cocaine, nicotine and alcohol develops in this way. Over time, more and more of the addictive drug is required to get the same effect. Quitting an addictive drug abruptly causes serious withdrawal symptoms, which may take the body weeks or months to return to normal function. Withdrawing from hardcore drugs such as heroin can cause extremely severe and painful withdrawal symptoms, which can last for quite some time.

An Alcohol Rehabilitation or Drug Rehab Facility in Kingwood will be able to administer a professional detox as well as assistance with psychological issues. These underlying psychological issues are at the root of all drug and alcohol addiction problems. Addressing this head on will decrease the chances of relapse and increase the chances of a fully rehabilitated and contributing member of society. An Alcohol Rehab or Drug Treatment Program in Kingwood, WV. has proven to be the most successful method for treating an individual with a severe drug addiction problem. An Alcohol Rehab or Drug Rehabilitation Facility in Kingwood, follows a rigid, comprehensive program to ensure a successful recovery. This program addresses every aspect of addiction and every area where the person could be having trouble.

To ensure a lasting recovery, the individual must gain the knowledge, abilities and "life tools" to change their behavior and reaction to situations. The individual's program will be focused on strategies for returning home to Kingwood, from a Drug Rehab or Alcohol Rehabilitation Center and even running into prior drug using friends or acquaintances in Kingwood. Upon completion of their program, the individual will be able to deal with the reminders and triggers in Kingwood which may have prompted their drug use, as these same triggers can produce psychological stressors. These psychological stressors, if not addressed, can make it very hard for an individual to control their response to drug using impulses. Research has shown that an addict shows changes in the way their brain functions after having discontinued using drugs and/or alcohol. Because of this, even an individual with the best of intentions may find it extremely hard to overcome drug addiction or alcoholism without professional addiction treatment.

So you can see that a recovering addict has a lot to deal with when deciding to kick the habit. With triggers, drug cravings, and changes in the way their brain functions due to habitual drug use, seeking help at an Alcohol Treatment or Drug Rehabilitation Center to successfully recovery from drug and alcohol addiction is a no-brainer.

A person that is serious about the decision to get sober should enroll in a Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehabilitation Center in Kingwood, WV. Why fail again on your own? Why lose another friend or push a family member even further away? Why beg, cheat, and steal just to get drugs or alcohol, risking legal problems and jail time? You don't have to be depressed and unhappy because of excessive drug or alcohol use. There is help available, even for the most severe addicts.

Getting Help

Call toll free 855 Stop-Drugs (855-786-7378) and speak to a professional Registered Addiction Specialist or simply fill out the Kingwood, West Virginia Drug Treatment or Alcohol Rehab Facility request form and counselor will contact you shortly.

There are 3 local Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehabilitation Facilities in Kingwood, West Virginia. We have also provided 17 additional Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Programs that are closest geographically to Kingwood:

Olympia Center Preston Inc Kingwood, WV
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Medicaid
Olympic Center Preston Inc Kingwood, WV
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehabilitation Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance
Valley Healthcare System Kingwood, WV
Primary Service: Drug Rehab and Alcohol Treatment Center
Services Offered: Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Fairmont General Hospital Center for Fairmont, WV 15.9 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Center
Services Offered: Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Mental Health Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Valley Comprehensive Comm MH Ctr Inc Fairmont, WV 15.9 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Alcohol Rehab and Drug Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Short term Residential Care 30 Days or Less
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Chestnut Ridge Hosp WVU Hospitals Inc Morgantown, WV 15.9 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Hospital Inpatient, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Partial Hospitalization/Day Treatment, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Valley Alliance Treatment Services Inc Morgantown, WV 16.1 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Faciltity
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Methadone Detoxification, Persons with HIV/AIDS, Methadone Maintenance, Males, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
Family Therapy Services Mc Henry, MD 18.3 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation Center
Services Offered: Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Garrett County Health Department Oakland, MD 21.4 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient, Females
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Addiction Specialists Uniontown, PA 31.6 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Recovery Program
Services Offered: Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
SPHS Care Center Waynesburg, PA 33.0 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Rehab Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
Fayette County Connellsville, PA 35.8 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Drug and Alcohol Treatment Facility
Services Offered: Clients With Legal Issues, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Clarksburg Treatment Center Clarksburg, WV 36.3 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Methadone Detoxification, Drug/Alcohol Detoxification, Methadone Maintenance, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum, Spanish Speaking
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment
United Summit Center Clarksburg, WV 36.3 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Program
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient, Women That Are Pregnant or Postpartum
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Braxton County Fellowship Home Sutton, WV 36.3 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Halfway House
Rainbow House Inc Gypsy, WV 38.5 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Center
Services Offered: Halfway House
Appalachian Community Health Ctr Inc Buckhannon, WV 45.3 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Drug Treatment and Alcohol Rehab Facility
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Medicare, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)
Allegany County Addictions Services Cumberland, MD 46.8 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Alcohol and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: Teens and Adolescents, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Driving Under The Influence/Driving While Intoxicated Offenders, Outpatient
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, State financed insurance (other than Medicaid), Private health insurance
New Directions at Cove Forge Johnstown, PA 47.9 miles from Kingwood
Primary Service: Alcohol Treatment and Drug Rehab Center
Services Offered: American Sign Language, Services for Co-occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders, Halfway House, Mix of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Males, Residential Care Long-term 30 to 90 Days Treatment
Payment Forms Accepted: Self payment, Medicaid, Private health insurance, Military insurance (e.g., VA,TRICARE)

Did You Know? ...
Interesting Facts and Statistics:

Among teens, the past year prevalence of MDE ranged from 4.3 percent among 12 year olds to 11.2 percent among those aged 16 and 11.9 percent among those aged 17.

The rate of treatment for mental health problems among teens aged 12 to 17 who used illegal drugs in the past year (32.0 percent) was higher than the rate among teens who did not use illegal drugs (19.3 percent).

Sweating or chills may occur upon using Ecstasy, and users may feel faint or dizzy.

Looking at combined 2005-2006 data, rates of past month cigarette smoking were lower for pregnant women than nonpregnant women among those aged 26 to 44 (10.3 vs. 29.1 percent) and among those aged 18 to 25 (25.6 vs. 35.6 percent). However, among those aged 15 to 17, the rate of cigarette smoking for pregnant women was higher than for nonpregnant women (23.1 vs. 17.1 percent), although the difference was not significant. Similar patterns were observed in the combined 2003-2004 data.

There was a significant decrease in current use of crack among persons aged 18 to 22 who were not full time college students, from 0.6 percent in 2005 to 0.2 percent in 2006. The rate was unchanged among full time college students (0.1 percent in both 2005 and 2006).

In the United States, methadone clinics were set up during the Nixon administration in order to combat heroin use. In addition to obtaining a daily methadone dose, individuals that would go to a Methadone Maintenance Clinic for addiction treatment would receive some type of psychological counseling for their substance abuse problem.


The following survey was completed by residents of Kingwood, West Virginia as part of the USNODRUGS monitoring program. The survey below is a representation of perceptual drug and alcohol usage rates in Kingwood, West Virginia. We cannot guarantee complete accuracy, but our monitoring team uses the highest standards for survey compilation.
You do not have to answer all of the survey questions, you should only answer questions that are relevant to your thoughts and experiences.
Survey results as of May 1, 2012
Perception of marijuana in Kingwood, West Virginia.
Do you believe that using marijuana can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
75%
6%
19%
Marijuana use in Kingwood, West Virginia.
Have you used marijuana in your lifetime?
No
Yes
96%
4%
Have you used marijuana in the past month?
No
Yes
90%
10%
Do you use marijuana regularly?
Maybe
No
Yes
4%
93%
3%
Perception of Alcohol in Kingwood, West Virginia.
Do you believe that drinking alcohol can be harmful?
Maybe
No
Yes
7%
4%
89%
Have you had a binge drinking experience in the past month?
No
Yes
84%
16%
Do you consume alcohol daily?
Maybe
No
Yes
0%
98%
2%
How old were you when you first experimented with alcohol?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
5%
8%
64%
23%
What motivated you to use drugs or alcohol for the first time in Kingwood, West Virginia?
Boredom
Curiousity
Drugs were all around
Family problem
Hopelessness
It was easy to get
None of the above
Peer Pressure
To fit in
Unhappiness
10%
2%
2%
7%
1%
2%
69%
1%
2%
4%
Most common first drug experience in Kingwood, West Virginia?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
18%
2%
2%
7%
2%
2%
12%
4%
11%
10%
20%
10%
Use of drugs and alcohol in Kingwood, West Virginia schools.
Have you ever gone to school in Kingwood, West Virginia under the influence of marijuana?
Maybe
No
Yes
6%
88%
6%
Have you ever gone to school in Kingwood, West Virginia under the influence of alcohol?
Maybe
No
Yes
20%
77%
3%
What is the most common drug used in your school in Kingwood, West Virginia?
Alcohol
Club Drug
Crack Cocaine
Ecstasy
Heroin
Inhalants
Marijuana
Meth
Over The Counter Drug
Powder Cocaine
Prescription Drug
Psychedelic Drug
23%
4%
3%
7%
3%
3%
14%
3%
7%
9%
15%
9%
Your Age?
0-10
11-21
22-31
32 or older
9%
4%
63%
24%
Your Gender?
Female
Male
29%
71%
Surveys updated monthly.

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