Bolt, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Bolt is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 57.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
57 Population 10/sq mi density
N/A Median Income
N/A Home Value $149,215 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population57
Median AgeN/A
Density10/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,532M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$149,215

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression35.6%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation2,003 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
CommuteN/A
Broadband57.0%
Libraries5

Is Bolt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bolt receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bolt stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

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%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bolt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 38.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bolt has a population of 57 with a density of 10 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

57
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

Bolt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bolt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bolt is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bolt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$63,527

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,608
County GDP$4,532M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare299
Retail302
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $149,215.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$149,215

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

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg
In Bolt, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 35.6% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure39.9%
Asthma13.6%
COPD10.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.9%
Physical Inactivity36.3%
Depression35.6%
Mental Distress26.5%
Physical Distress19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate79.1%
Premature Death16,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities299

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Bolt has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall38.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,003 ft (611 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.1 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates37.7616°N, 81.4164°W
County FIPS54081
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 54.3-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.4%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities299
Restaurants129
Retail Stores302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

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