Arbovale, WV

West Virginia

Arbovale is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 155.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
155 Population 267/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $34,721 per capita
N/A Home Value $158,557 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age29.0 yrs
Density267/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,721
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$111M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,557

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease8.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation2,746 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
CommuteN/A
Broadband74.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Arbovale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arbovale receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Arbovale faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Arbovale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 33.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Arbovale has a population of 155 with a density of 267 people per square mile. The median age is 29.0 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

155
Total Population
267
People / sq mi
29.0yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.4%
Female 62.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Arbovale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arbovale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arbovale is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Arbovale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$34,721
Avg Weekly Wage$856
IRS Avg AGI$52,231

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)135
County GDP$111M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare5
Retail14
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,675
24% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,557.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$158,557

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,675
24% below US avg
In Arbovale, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 33.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease8.4%
High Blood Pressure41.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD10.3%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity33.3%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death9,676/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access63.0%
Healthcare Facilities5

Crime Rates: Arbovale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Arbovale has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall33.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,746 ft (837 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density267/sq mi
Coordinates38.4354°N, 79.8117°W
County FIPS51091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.4-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 27.2%

Winner: Republican by 44.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density267/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants3
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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