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Big Chimney, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Kanawha County County
Big Chimney, WV
At a Glance
How Big Chimney Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Big Chimney's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Big Chimney a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Big Chimney residents earn a median household income of $72,740 , which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,232. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,860 business establishments, including 428 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Big Chimney is $216,500 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $179,352. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Big Chimney reports 1,227 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 223% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 6,561/100K.
Education
16.8% of adults in Big Chimney hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Big Chimney has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.