Beaver, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Beaver is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 619. Residents earn $30,568 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
619 Population 142/sq mi density
$30,568 Median Income $23,722 per capita
$87,600 Home Value $190,947 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$30,568 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,600 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,568
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,600
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.8%
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population619
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$30,568
Per Capita$23,722
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$4,532M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$190,947

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation2,711 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.8%
High School+90.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute27 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Beaver a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beaver receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Beaver offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beaver is $30,568, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beaver is $87,600, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Beaver experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 38.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Beaver has a population of 619 with a density of 142 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

619
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.3%
Female 67.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Beaver vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Beaver vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beaver is $30,568, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Beaver vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,568
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,722
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$63,527

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,608
County GDP$4,532M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare299
Retail302
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home21.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Beaver is $87,600, 69% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $190,947.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,600
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$190,947

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-Occupied86.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg
Effective Rate3.12%
In Beaver, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.7% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma13.0%
COPD9.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity32.2%
Depression33.7%
Mental Distress24.5%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate79.3%
Premature Death16,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities299

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Beaver has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall38.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,711 ft (826 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates37.7329°N, 81.1572°W
County FIPS54081
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.4%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.8%
15% below US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score4.81
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density142/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities299
Restaurants129
Retail Stores302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home21.9%

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