Excessive Drinking Rates Highlighted in Charles Town and Ranson
Map: These West Virginia counties have the most excessive drinkers, per new report
WBOY 12 News | Monday, March 24, 2025
WBOY 12 News reports that Jefferson County ranks highest in excessive drinking in the state, with 20% of residents self-reporting binge drinking habits. This statistic is part of a broader report by the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute, which shows West Virginia's overall excessive drinking rate has increased to 16%. Notably, while towns like Charles Town and Harpers Ferry may face these challenges, the state's binge drinking culture, particularly among college students at nearby West Virginia University, emphasizes the ongoing public health concerns linked to alcohol consumption.