Beech Bottom, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Brooke County County
Beech Bottom, WV
At a Glance
How Beech Bottom Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Beech Bottom's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Beech Bottom a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Beech Bottom residents earn a median household income of $30,000 , which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,228. The unemployment rate stands at 8.2% (128% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 618 business establishments, including 49 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Beech Bottom is $62,800 , 78% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $63,258. Median rent is $795/month, with 16.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1947.
Education
14.4% of adults in Beech Bottom hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Beech Bottom has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.