Weirton City Guide

United States

Weirton City Guide

West Virginia

Weirton is a small city in West Virginia near Ohio and Pennsylvania. It has a history in steel-making but now focuses more on retail and healthcare. It's about 35 miles west of Pittsburgh and offers a small-town feel with nearby city benefits.

Lifestyle🍽️

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Food Scene
Good
6

American comfort food, BBQ, and Italian are popular. Greek cuisine is available locally. Vegetarian options exist but vegan choices are limited. Late-night options are mainly fast food.

Local Dishes:
American comfort food, BBQ, Italian
International Cuisine:
Greek, Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
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Nightlife
Limited
5

Bars like Route 22 Sports Bar offer local nightlife. The casino resort nearby adds entertainment options.

Coffee Culture
Limited
5

Local cafés exist but no prominent specialty coffee scene yet.

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Tipping
Required
15%

Tipping is expected in restaurants, taxis, and service industries, generally 15-20%.

Top Attractions
Weirton Area Museum and Cultural Center
museum
Showcases local history and industry
Williams Country Club
recreation
Golf course
Millsop Community Center
recreation
Recreation and sports facilities
Summit Art Gallery
culture
Local art exhibitions
Starvaggi Pool and Park
recreation
Outdoor recreation and sports
Blue Steel Grill
entertainment
Entertainment and dining
Steel Valley Bowling Center
entertainment
Bowling alley
SIM Cards

SIM cards are available at major carriers like AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile. eSIMs are becoming common. Minimal ID required for tourists.

Available at:
AT&T
Verizon
T-Mobile
Recommended Apps
Google Maps(navigation)
Uber/Lyft(transport)
DoorDash/Uber Eats/Grubhub(food)
Yelp/TripAdvisor(reviews)
Various weather apps(weather)

Services & Infrastructure

Street Cleanliness
Good
7

Cleanliness and sanitation are typical for a US city of this size.

24/7 Services
Limited
4

Some late-night pharmacies and stores, but limited 24/7 services overall. Fast-food is the main late-night food option.

Groceries
Shop 'n Save
Foodland

Main supermarkets include Shop 'n Save and Foodland, open generally 7 AM to 10 PM. International products are limited and bargaining is not common.

Cashless Payments
Widely accepted

Most places accept cards, though cash is still accepted everywhere.

ATMs

ATMs are common at banks, grocery, and convenience stores. Fees for out-of-network ATMs range from $2.50 to $5.00.

Schools
Local only

Various public schools and private schools teach mainly in English. Contact schools directly for admissions info.

Available Schools:
Weirton Elementary
Weir Middle School
Weir High School
St. Joseph School
St. Paul School
Madonna High School

Work & Digital💻

Coworking Spaces
Not Available
Work-Friendly Cafés
Limited
Digital Nomad Community
Poor
1

There is no active digital nomad community.

Nature & Activities🌿

Green Spaces
Good
7

Several parks and trails offer green spaces for recreation and running.

Running
Good
7

Good running trails on the Panhandle Trail and local parks. Generally safe and scenic routes.

Gyms
Available

Multiple gyms available including 24/7 access and community centers with sports facilities.

Available Gyms:
Moran Family Center
Weirton Fitness Complex
Anytime Fitness
Planet Fitness
Millsop Community Center
Tennis
Limited
5

Tennis courts are available at city parks like Starvaggi Pool and Park.

Padel
Poor
0

Padel courts are not common in this area.

Yoga
Limited
4

A spa offers yoga classes; other options need local search.

Martial Arts
Limited
5

Karate, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Kickboxing classes are offered locally.

Skiing
Poor
0

No skiing nearby; resorts are several hours' drive away.

Water Sports
Poor
3

Some kayaking and paddleboarding may be possible on the Ohio River, but rentals are limited.

Surfing
Poor
0

No surfing due to landlocked location.

Diving
Poor
0

No diving or snorkeling opportunities.

Health & Safety🏥

Healthcare
Excellent
8

Weirton Medical Center and local pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens provide good care. English is standard. OTC meds are widely available.

Hospitals:
Weirton Medical Center
Pharmacies:
CVS
Walgreens
Tap Water Safety
Safe to drink

Tap water meets federal and state safety standards and is safe to drink.

Common Scams
Online phishing, Tech support scams, Lottery scams, Grandparent scams

Community & Family

Family Friendly
Good
7

Parks with playgrounds, a community center with a pool, and family amenities are available. Baby supplies can be found in supermarkets.

LGBTQ+ Friendly
Limited
5

LGBTQ+ venues are limited; acceptance aligns with regional norms.

Pet Friendly
Good
6

Pet services and supplies are available; policies vary. Pet parks are not specifically noted.

Communities
Weirton, WV Community (social)
Weirton, WV News & Events (social)
Weirton Area Chamber of Commerce (business)
The Weirton Daily Times (media)
Top of West Virginia Convention & Visitors Bureau (tourism)

Quick Facts

Population
19,163
Power Reliability
Excellent
8/10

Power is generally reliable but outages can happen during severe weather.

Mountains
Available

Located in the Appalachian foothills with accessible trails.

Languages
English(90%)
Emergency
911
Emergency Services
Weirton Police Department
Non-emergency Police

⚠️Natural Disasters Risk

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Tsunami
Very Low Risk
0
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Earthquake
Very Low Risk
2

🌦️Seasonal Issues

Extreme heat
July, August
Summer can get very hot.
Cold and snow
December, January, February
Winter brings cold weather and snow.
Flooding
Spring
Flooding risk exists near the Ohio River during heavy rains or snowmelt.

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