Arthurdale, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Arthurdale is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 755. Residents earn $78,070 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
755 Population 152/sq mi density
$78,070 Median Income $39,979 per capita
$159,000 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,070 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,000 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,070
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $159,000
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.5%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population755
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density152/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,070
Per Capita$39,979
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$1,012M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units354

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking20.7%
Depression33.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain57.3 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,732 ft (528 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.5%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 20%
Commute24 min
Broadband95.8%
Libraries2

Is Arthurdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arthurdale receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Arthurdale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arthurdale is $78,070, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arthurdale is $159,000, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Arthurdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.3 inches, including 56.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Arthurdale has a population of 755 with a density of 152 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

755
Total Population
152
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Arthurdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arthurdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arthurdale is $78,070, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Arthurdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,070
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,979
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$58,346

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)884
County GDP$1,012M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare53
Retail78
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,185
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone74.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Arthurdale is $159,000, 44% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,000
44% below US avg

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units354
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,185
38% below US avg
Effective Rate1.37%
In Arthurdale, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 20.7% are current smokers. 33.0% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.7%
48% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression33.0%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.2%
Dental Visits54.1%
Premature Death11,315/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities53
Arthurdale has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.3 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.3 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall56.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,732 ft (528 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (12.9 km²)
Population Density152/sq mi
Coordinates39.4951°N, 79.8175°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54077
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57-point margin. 95.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 20.5%

Winner: Republican by 57 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.5%
36% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score4.81
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density152/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants31
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone74.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

Nearby Cities

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