Alum Creek, WV

Alum Creek, WV

At a Glance

How Alum Creek Compares to the U.S. Average

Each bar shows Alum Creek's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)

Is Alum Creek a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Alum Creek residents earn a median household income of $72,250 , which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,995. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,894 business establishments, including 100 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Alum Creek is $158,900 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $117,437. Median rent is $1,298/month, with 17.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.

Safety & Crime

Alum Creek reports 421 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 11% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,981/100K.

Education

14.5% of adults in Alum Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 87.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.

Climate & Weather

Alum Creek has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

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