Barrackville, WV

West Virginia

Barrackville is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 1,362. Residents earn $81,250 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,362 Population 1,974/sq mi density
$81,250 Median Income $37,413 per capita
$156,400 Home Value $157,386 Zillow
$693 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,250 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,400 home value, $693/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,250
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $156,400
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.1%
16% higher than US avg
Median Rent $693
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,362
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density1,974/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,250
Per Capita$37,413
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$3,048M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,400
Rent$693
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$157,386

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Elevation969 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.1%
High School+94.5%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 33%
Commute23 min
Libraries5

Is Barrackville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barrackville receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Barrackville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barrackville is $81,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barrackville is $156,400, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $693 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Barrackville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Barrackville has a population of 1,362 with a density of 1,974 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

1,362
Total Population
1,974
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Barrackville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Barrackville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barrackville is $81,250, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Barrackville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,250
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,413
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$62,684

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,724
County GDP$3,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare151
Retail179
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,521
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Barrackville is $156,400, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $693 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,386.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,400
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$157,386

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$693
40% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,521
28% below US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Barrackville, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.8% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma12.2%
COPD7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression30.8%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death11,153/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access66.4%
Healthcare Facilities151

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Barrackville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation969 ft (295 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,974/sq mi
Coordinates39.5017°N, 80.1698°W
County FIPS54049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 39.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.5%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 31.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.1%
16% above US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score4.81
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,974/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities151
Restaurants113
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Work from Home7.8%

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