Bergoo, WV

West Virginia

Bergoo is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 29.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
29 Population 138/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $28,155 per capita
$58,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $58,800
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.6%
123% higher than US avg

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

People

Population29
Median Age80.2 yrs
Density138/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans29.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,155
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty27.6%
County GDP$179M

Housing

Home Value$58,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.9%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.9 in/yr
Elevation2,115 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
CommuteN/A
Broadband24.0%
Libraries2

Is Bergoo a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 27.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bergoo is $58,800, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bergoo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches, including 42.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bergoo has a population of 29 with a density of 138 people per square mile. The median age is 80.2 years, 106% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

29
Total Population
138
People / sq mi
80.2yrs
Median Age
106% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bergoo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bergoo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bergoo is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.6% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bergoo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$28,155
Avg Weekly Wage$788
IRS Avg AGI$45,046

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.6%
123% above US avg
Establishments (County)216
County GDP$179M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare14
Retail24
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Bergoo is $58,800, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,800
79% below US avg

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

In Bergoo, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.9% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure39.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression30.9%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death12,111/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access31.2%
Healthcare Facilities14

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Bergoo has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.9 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall42.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,115 ft (645 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density138/sq mi
Coordinates38.4829°N, 80.2977°W
County FIPS54101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.7-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.7%
D 16%

Winner: Republican by 66.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density138/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities14
Restaurants8
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

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