Home Value $148,500

47% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 47.4%

48% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population249

Median Age40.2 yrs

Density429/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans74.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$48,167

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$333M

Commute62 min

Housing

Home Value$148,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units47

Rent Burden24.8%

Health

Obesity47.4%

Uninsured11.2%

Smoking27.6%

Depression35.5%

Heart Disease8.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain47.6 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation670 ft (204 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+50.9%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%

Commute62 min

Broadband82.0%

Libraries3

Is Big Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Big Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 62 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Big Creek is $148,500, 47% 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%. 50.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Big Creek has a population of 249 with a density of 429 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

249

Total Population

429

People / sq mi

40.2yrs

Median Age

3% above US avg

0.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%

Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Big Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Creek is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 62 minutes.

Income: Big Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$48,167
Avg Weekly Wage	$820
IRS Avg AGI	$51,458

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	340
County GDP	$333M

Business (County)

Restaurants	11
Healthcare	28
Retail	31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,333
	62% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	0.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	62.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Big Creek is $148,500, 47% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$148,500
	47% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	24.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	47

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,333
	62% below US avg
Effective Rate	0.90%

In Big Creek, 47.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 27.6% are current smokers. 35.5% report depression. 39.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Big Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	47.4%
	48% above US avg
Diabetes	16.1%
Heart Disease	8.8%
High Blood Pressure	44.3%
Asthma	12.3%
COPD	12.7%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	27.6%
	97% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.9%
Physical Inactivity	39.0%
Depression	35.5%
Mental Distress	25.5%
Physical Distress	20.1%
Short Sleep	46.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	11.2%
	30% above US avg
Checkup Rate	77.0%
Dental Visits	41.6%
Premature Death	17,817/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	5.1%
Healthcare Facilities	28

Big Creek has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	55.7°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	34°F (1°C)
July Average	76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	47.6 inches
	25% above US avg
Snowfall	18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	670 ft (204 m)
Area	0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density	429/sq mi
Coordinates	38.0054°N, 82.0361°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	54043

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 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 62.5-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%

D 17.8%

Winner: Republican by 62.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	50.9%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.81

B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	429/sq mi
Total Area	0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	82.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	28
Restaurants	11
Retail Stores	31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	62.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Big Creek, WV

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Big Creek a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Big Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Big Creek vs U.S. Average

Income: Big Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Big Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities