Bath (Berkeley Springs), WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Bath (Berkeley Springs) is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 899. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
899 Population 2,644/sq mi density
$36,250 Median Income $27,945 per capita
$185,400 Home Value
$830 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$36,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$185,400 home value, $830/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,250
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $185,400
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.7%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $830
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.7%
67% higher than US avg

How Bath (Berkeley Springs) Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population899
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density2,644/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,250
Per Capita$27,945
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty20.7%
County GDP$413M
Commute33 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$185,400
Rent$830
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Elevation657 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.7%
High School+97.3%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute33 min
Libraries2

Is Bath (Berkeley Springs) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bath (Berkeley Springs) receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bath (Berkeley Springs) offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bath (Berkeley Springs) is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bath (Berkeley Springs) is $185,400, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bath (Berkeley Springs) experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bath (Berkeley Springs) has a population of 899 with a density of 2,644 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

899
Total Population
2,644
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bath (Berkeley Springs) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bath (Berkeley Springs) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bath (Berkeley Springs) is $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Bath (Berkeley Springs) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,250
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,945
Avg Weekly Wage$889
IRS Avg AGI$59,981

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.7%
67% above US avg
Establishments (County)386
County GDP$413M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare21
Retail42
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,431
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bath (Berkeley Springs) is $185,400, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $830 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,400
34% below US avg
Median List Price$139,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$139,900
$/Sq Ft$140
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$830
29% 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-Occupied35.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,431
31% below US avg
Effective Rate1.31%
In Bath (Berkeley Springs), 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.6% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bath (Berkeley Springs) vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma12.4%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression31.6%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death13,254/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access72.0%
Healthcare Facilities21

Crime Rates: Bath (Berkeley Springs) vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Bath (Berkeley Springs) has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation657 ft (200 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density2,644/sq mi
Coordinates39.6247°N, 78.2275°W
County FIPS54065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.1%
D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 55.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.7%
27% below US avg
High School+97.3%
School Test Score4.81
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,644/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants30
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Work from Home6.4%

Nearby Cities

Hancock, MD 1,715 pop · 6.5 mi Martinsburg, WV 18,805 pop · 17.6 mi Falling Waters, WV 2,384 pop · 18.6 mi Inwood, WV 2,605 pop · 20.9 mi Wilson-Conococheague, MD 1,614 pop · 21.4 mi Williamsport, MD 2,133 pop · 21.9 mi Mercersburg, PA 1,940 pop · 22.4 mi Lake Holiday, VA 2,059 pop · 22.5 mi Halfway, MD 10,974 pop · 24.3 mi McConnellsburg, PA 1,005 pop · 24.5 mi
Compare Bath (Berkeley Springs) with another city: