Bradshaw, WV

West Virginia

Bradshaw is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 274. Residents earn $21,808 per year, which is 71% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
274 Population 356/sq mi density
$21,808 Median Income $26,044 per capita
$54,800 Home Value $42,630 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 39.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$21,808 median income, 6.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,800 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,808
71% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,800
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population274
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density356/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans26.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$21,808
Per Capita$26,044
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$728M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$42,630
Rent Burden39.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression35.7%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Elevation1,178 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+86.9%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute40 min
Broadband93.9%
Libraries4

Is Bradshaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bradshaw 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, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Bradshaw offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bradshaw is $21,808, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 15.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bradshaw is $54,800, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bradshaw experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bradshaw has a population of 274 with a density of 356 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.1%), with 2.6% Black.

Population

274
Total Population
356
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%
Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bradshaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bradshaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bradshaw is $21,808, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Bradshaw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,808
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,044
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$44,508

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$728M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare33
Retail44

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.2 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bradshaw is $54,800, 81% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $42,630.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,800
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$42,630

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden39.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.5%

Property Tax

In Bradshaw, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 35.7% report depression. 41.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.3%
38% above US avg
Diabetes15.9%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure42.1%
Asthma14.6%
COPD13.9%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity41.2%
Depression35.7%
Mental Distress27.5%
Physical Distress20.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death24,029/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access27.7%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Bradshaw has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.6 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,178 ft (359 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density356/sq mi
Coordinates37.3494°N, 81.7973°W
County FIPS54047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin. 93.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+86.9%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density356/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.9%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants14
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.2 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home25.0%

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