Beverly, WV

West Virginia

Beverly is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 713. Residents earn $34,583 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
713 Population 1,698/sq mi density
$34,583 Median Income $20,560 per capita
$118,900 Home Value $187,838 Zillow
$653 Median Rent 29.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$34,583 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$118,900 home value, $653/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,583
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,900
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $653
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.4%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.4%
121% higher than US avg

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

People

Population713
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density1,698/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

C
Median Income$34,583
Per Capita$20,560
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty27.4%
County GDP$1,145M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,900
Rent$653
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,838
Rent Burden29.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation1,979 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+76.5%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute18 min
Libraries6

Is Beverly a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beverly receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Beverly offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beverly is $34,583, 54% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 27.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beverly is $118,900, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $653 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Beverly experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 68.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Beverly has a population of 713 with a density of 1,698 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

713
Total Population
1,698
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Beverly vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beverly vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beverly is $34,583, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Beverly vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,583
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,560
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$57,959

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.4%
121% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,002
County GDP$1,145M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare97
Retail109
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,822
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.8 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Beverly is $118,900, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $653 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,838.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,900
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$187,838

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$653
44% below US avg
Rent Burden29.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,822
48% below US avg
Effective Rate1.53%
In Beverly, 45.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.9% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.4%
41% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma12.8%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression33.9%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death10,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities97

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Beverly has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall68.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,979 ft (603 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,698/sq mi
Coordinates38.8441°N, 79.8718°W
County FIPS54083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 46.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+76.5%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,698/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants57
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.8 min
Work from Home5.6%

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