Bluefield, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Bland County County
Bluefield, WV
At a Glance
How Bluefield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bluefield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bluefield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bluefield residents earn a median household income of $43,826 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,716. The unemployment rate stands at 6.9% (92% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 152 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bluefield is $101,000 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $119,264. Median rent is $790/month, with 27.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1950.
Safety & Crime
Bluefield reports 480 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 26% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,048/100K.
Education
24.7% of adults in Bluefield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 87.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bluefield has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches.