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Anawalt, WV

West Virginia

Anawalt is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 217. Residents earn $26,375 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
217 Population 374/sq mi density
$26,375 Median Income $15,973 per capita
$22,100 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$26,375 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$22,100 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,375
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $22,100
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.6%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 44.0%
255% higher than US avg

How Anawalt Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population217
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density374/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,375
Per Capita$15,973
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty44.0%
County GDP$728M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$22,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units122
Rent Burden40.8%

Health

Obesity46.6%
Uninsured14.2%
Smoking31.3%
Depression36.1%
Heart Disease9.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation1,680 ft (512 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+41.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute34 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries4

Is Anawalt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Anawalt receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Anawalt has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Anawalt is $26,375, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 44.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Anawalt is $22,100, 92% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Anawalt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Anawalt has a population of 217 with a density of 374 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

217
Total Population
374
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Anawalt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.6%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.4%
15% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Anawalt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Anawalt is $26,375, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 44.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Anawalt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,375
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,973
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$44,508

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate44.0%
255% above US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$728M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare33
Retail44

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Anawalt is $22,100, 92% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$22,100
92% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden40.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%
Housing Units122
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

In Anawalt, 46.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.2% of residents lack health insurance. 31.3% are current smokers. 36.1% report depression. 43.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Anawalt vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.6%
45% above US avg
Diabetes17.9%
Heart Disease9.0%
High Blood Pressure44.0%
Asthma15.2%
COPD15.0%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking31.3%
124% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.4%
Physical Inactivity43.9%
Depression36.1%
Mental Distress28.5%
Physical Distress22.5%
Short Sleep47.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured14.2%
65% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits42.3%
Premature Death24,029/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access27.7%
Healthcare Facilities33
Anawalt has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,680 ft (512 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density374/sq mi
Coordinates37.3365°N, 81.4406°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+41.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density374/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants14
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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