Berwind, WV

West Virginia

Berwind is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 228. Residents earn $28,966 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
228 Population 786/sq mi density
$28,966 Median Income $15,179 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$28,966 median income, 13.6% unemployment
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,966
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.6%
278% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population228
Median Age60.1 yrs
Density786/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

C
Median Income$28,966
Per Capita$15,179
Unemployment13.6%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$728M
Commute37 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.2%
Heart Disease8.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Elevation1,550 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+51.3%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute37 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries4

Is Berwind a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berwind receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Berwind faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berwind is $28,966, 61% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.6%, unemployment is notably high. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Berwind 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Berwind has a population of 228 with a density of 786 people per square mile. The median age is 60.1 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

228
Total Population
786
People / sq mi
60.1yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 70.2%
Female 29.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Berwind vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Berwind vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berwind is $28,966, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Berwind vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,966
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,179
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$44,508

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.6%
278% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$728M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare33
Retail44

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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 Berwind, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.2% report depression. 40.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes16.4%
Heart Disease8.4%
High Blood Pressure43.4%
Asthma13.8%
COPD12.9%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity40.9%
Depression32.2%
Mental Distress26.1%
Physical Distress20.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death24,029/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access27.7%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Berwind has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.6 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,550 ft (472 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density786/sq mi
Coordinates37.2604°N, 81.6558°W
County FIPS54047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+51.3%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density786/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants14
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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