Bartley, WV
West Virginia · McDowell County
Bartley is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 23.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
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How Bartley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Housing
Health
Climate
Education
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Is Bartley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bartley receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bartley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.7/10, below typical benchmarks.
Climate & Weather
Bartley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Bartley vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Bartley vs U.S. Average
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Zillow ZHVI | $34,766 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 40.8% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 100.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 0.0% |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Bartley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.4% |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.3% |
| Heart Disease | 8.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.4% |
| Asthma | 14.3% |
| COPD | 14.6% |
| Cancer | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 30.2% |
| 116% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 13.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 43.5% |
| Depression | 36.6% |
| Mental Distress | 27.9% |
| Physical Distress | 21.4% |
| Short Sleep | 46.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Uninsured | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:3,673 |
| Dentists | 1:5,950 |
| Mental Health | 1:2,180 |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Dental Visits | 44.2% |
| Premature Death | 24,029/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 27.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.4°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,882 ft (574 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.3347°N, 81.7339°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | McDowell County County |
| Nearest Airport | West Virginia International Yeager (CRW) 72 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 76.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 96.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 4.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | Relatively Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 53°F (11°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.5 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.8 in |
Bartley has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 33°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and October the driest (2.7").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 60.4 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 3.70 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro / Rural |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.1 sq mi |
| County | McDowell County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 125.5 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 2.6 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Retail Stores | 44 |
Commute & Transportation
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $224 ($134-$358) |
| Specialist Visit | $313 ($179-$492) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $179 ($90-$313) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $1,969 ($716-$4,475) |
| Dental Cleaning | $116 ($67-$179) |
| Dental Filling | $224 ($134-$358) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $40 ($22-$67) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $67 ($45-$107) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $269 ($134-$448) |
| Tire Rotation | $36 ($18-$67) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $537 ($358-$895) |
| Battery Replacement | $179 ($90-$313) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $90 ($54-$134) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $81 ($45-$125) |
| HVAC Repair | $358 ($134-$716) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,265 ($3,580-$10,740) |
| Roof Repair | $895 ($358-$1,790) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,055 ($4,923-$13,425) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,343 ($448-$3,133) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $13,425 ($4,475-$26,850) |
| DUI Defense | $4,475 ($1,790-$8,950) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,343 ($716-$2,685) |
| Will Preparation | $448 ($179-$895) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,238 ($895-$4,475) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $22 ($13-$40) |
| Women's Haircut | $49 ($27-$90) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $134 ($67-$224) |
| Manicure | $22 ($13-$40) |
| Pedicure | $36 ($22-$58) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $72 ($45-$116) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.67 ($2.69-$4.92) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.13 ($2.24-$4.48) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.40 ($2.24-$4.92) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.03 ($2.69-$5.82) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $4.92 ($3.58-$6.71) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.90 ($0.54-$1.61) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $125 ($72-$224) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $63 ($27-$134) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $63 ($36-$107) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $63 ($36-$90) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $58 ($27-$90) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $76 ($45-$134) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $179 ($67-$448) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,790 ($1,074-$3,133) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $63 ($27-$116) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $13 ($7.16-$22) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $90 ($27-$224) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $27 ($13-$67) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,074 ($537-$2,238) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $895 ($448-$1,790) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $358 ($179-$627) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $45 ($22-$90) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $895 ($358-$2,238) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $11,188 ($4,475-$26,850) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $54 ($27-$90) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $90 ($45-$179) |
| Dog Grooming | $54 ($27-$90) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $36 ($18-$67) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $269 ($134-$448) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $179 ($90-$358) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $649 |
| Toddler | $611 |
| Preschool | $593 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $556 |
| Toddler | $556 |
| Preschool | $556 |
Top Industries in McDowell County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 467 | 81 | $37,014 | 0.83 |
| Retail Trade | 399 | 52 | $25,990 | 1.02 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 156 | 13 | $29,339 | 0.67 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 143 | 16 | $22,697 | 0.40 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 121 | 32 | $66,395 | 0.73 |
| Finance & Insurance | 88 | 10 | $44,902 | 0.55 |
| Other Services | 76 | 22 | $43,398 | 0.64 |
| Real Estate | 51 | 11 | $63,335 | 0.84 |
| Information & Technology | 11 | 8 | $106,004 | 0.15 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 10 | 3 | $11,907 | 0.15 |
Radio Stations near Bartley
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Campgrounds Near Bartley
2 campgrounds found near Bartley.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| R.D. BAILEY LAKE GROUP SHELTERS | 5.0/5 | 3 | $50, $60 |
| Guyandotte Campground | 4.2/5 | 86 | $26, $40 |
National Parks Near Bartley
35 national parks and monuments found near Bartley.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Babcock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Beech Fork State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bluestone Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bluestone National Scenic River | National Scenic River | Free |
| Bluestone State Park | State Park | Free |
| Breaks Interstate Park | State Park | Free |
| Bullhead Mountain State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Camp Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park | State Park | Free |
| Chief Logan State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clinch River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clinch River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Elk Knob State Park | State Park | Free |
| Elk Knob State Park | State Park | Free |
| Gauley River National Recreation Area | National Recreation Area | Free |
| Grayson Highlands State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hawks Nest State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hungry Mother State Park | State Park | Free |
| Jenny Wiley State Resort Park | State Park | Free |
| John And Landon Carter House State Park | State Park | Free |
| Little Beaver State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Jefferson State Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| New River Gorge National Park & Preserve | National Park & Preserve | Free |
| New River State Park | State Park | Free |
| New River Trail State Park | State Park | Free |
| Panther State Forest | State Park | Free |
| Pinnacle Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pipestem Resort State Park | State Park | Free |
| Shot Tower Historic State Park | State Park | Free |
| South Fork of the New River State Natural and Scenic River | State Park | Free |
| Stone Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sycamore Shoals | State Park | Free |
| Twin Falls Resort State Park | State Park | Free |
| Warriors Path | State Park | Free |
| Yatesville Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
Trails Near Bartley
20 trails found near Bartley.
| Trail | Miles | Surface | Hike | Bike | Horse |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 20.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| CRAWFISH | 10.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 6.9 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 6.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| WALKER MOUNTAIN | 5.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| WALKER MOUNTAIN | 4.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 3.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| BEAR CREEK | 2.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| CERES | 2.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| TAILINGS LOOP | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | - | Yes | - |
| LYNN CAMP | 2.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| APPALACHIAN TRAIL | 1.7 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| ROARING FORK | 1.6 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LYNN CAMP | 1.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| WALKER MOUNTAIN | 1.4 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | Yes |
| ROARING FORK | 1.3 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| KEGLEY | 0.8 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| DAVIS PATH SIDE TRAIL | 0.5 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| GULLION FORK POND | 0.2 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
| LYNN CAMP | 0.1 | NATIVE MATERIAL | Yes | - | - |
Museums in Bartley
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HISTORIC CRAB ORCHARD MUSEUM & PIONEER PARK | HISTORY MUSEUM | $472,076 | ||
| APPALACHIAN ARTS CENTER | ART MUSEUM | |||
| CAPE COALWOOD RESTORATION ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HIGGINBOTHAM HOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 1790 PISGAH ROAD | 2769883800 | |
| MCDOWELL COUNTY MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| RAVEN THEATER AND COAL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| TAZEWELL COUNTY HISTORICAL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2769884069 | ||
| TAZEWELL COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION |
Libraries in Bartley
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAZEWELL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 310 E. MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 111,115 | |||
| MCDOWELL PUBLIC LIBRARY | 90 HOWARD ST. | 0.0 | 94,381 | |||
| WYOMING COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 124 CASTLE ROCK AVENUE | 0.0 | 44,013 | |||
| WAR PUBLIC LIBRARY | BERWIND LAKE ROAD | 0.0 | 3,878 |
Farmers Markets in Bartley
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Four Way Farmers Market | 704 E Riverside Dr | 06/07/2014 to 09/27/2014 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | ||
| Pineville Farmers Market | In front of Old Pineville Jr. High School | ||||
| Richlands Farmers Market | |||||
| Tazewell Farmers Market | 106 Gratton Rd | 05/07/2013 to 10/29/2013 | Tue: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; |
Cell Towers in Bartley
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 2969 TR Barrett Rd | GTOWER | 87 |
| Tazewell Cell Site - 1000 North of US Highway 19 & 460 | TOWER | 81 |
| Richlands cell site cell # 24 State County Rd. 617 & US 460 2.5 Mi N of US 460 | TOWER | 73 |
| 710 WAR TOWER ROAD (97014) | LTOWER | 61 |
| 710 WAR TOWER ROAD (97014) | LTOWER | 61 |
Bridges in Bartley
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1979 | 118 | 1,200 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1995 | 37 | 350 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1984 | 98 | 250 | P | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1948 | 29 | 250 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2006 | 108 | 50 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2013 | 107 | 50 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2022 | 154 | 20 | G |
Superfund Sites Near Bartley
1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| BUCHANAN UNITS 1 & 2 | 1 MI SW OF MARVIN | BUCHANAN |
Airports Near Bartley
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mercer County Airport | BLF | Medium Airport |
| Raleigh County Memorial Airport | BKW | Medium Airport |
| Belcher Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Burkes Garden Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Catron Field | - | Small Airport |
| Fayette Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying W Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kee Field | - | Small Airport |
| Logan County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mike Ferrell Field | - | Small Airport |
| Mountain Empire Airport | - | Small Airport |
| South Fork Field | - | Small Airport |
| Southern West Virginia Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tazewell County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Virginia Highlands Airport | VJI | Small Airport |
| White Oak Stand Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Bartley
2 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| McDowell County Sheriff's Office | 257 Virginia Avenue | |
| Richlands Police Department | 1851 Cranwell Drive |
Grocery Stores in Bartley
1 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Ol' Country Store Of West Virginia Llc | Convenience Store | 3151 Marshall Hwy |
Post Offices in Bartley
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| English Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Bartley
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CMCSB - Main A Office | Both | 276-964-6702 |
| CMCSB Administration - Allison Building | Both | 276-964-6702 |
| CMCSB Tazewell Co - Satellite Office | Both | 276-964-6702 |
| Southern Highlands CMHC Inc | Both | 304-436-2106 |
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Mines Near Bartley
10 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Bartley.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Bartley Plant | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Bartley Surface Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Surface (NonProducing) |
| Mine No 1 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No 1 (1) | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Mine No. 2 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 1 Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| No 56 | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Abandoned and Sealed) |
| Sewell Mine R | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Active) |
| Sewell Pocahontas Tipple | Coal (Bituminous) - Facility (Abandoned) |
| Welch Deep Mine | Coal (Bituminous) - Underground (Temporarily Idled) |
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What is the population of Bartley?
Bartley has a population of 23 residents and is located in West Virginia. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The population is 100% female and 0% male.
Is Bartley expensive to live in?
Bartley is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.5 / below the baseline of 100.
What is the weather like in Bartley?
Bartley has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 44.6 inches, with 17.6 inches of snow.
How are the schools in Bartley?
Schools in Bartley have an average test score of 3.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 0.0% of adults in Bartley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school.
How healthy is Bartley?
The obesity rate in Bartley is 45.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 30.2% of adults are smokers. 43.5% are physically inactive. 36.6% of residents report depression. 0.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 27.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,673.
What are the demographics of Bartley?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Bartley is 100% Black or African American. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 0.0% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
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