Bramwell, WV

West Virginia

Bramwell is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 129. Residents earn $33,000 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
129 Population 230/sq mi density
$33,000 Median Income $27,598 per capita
N/A Home Value $68,387 Zillow
$658 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$33,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$658/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $658
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.4%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population129
Median Age72.4 yrs
Density230/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans18.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,000
Per Capita$27,598
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty21.4%
County GDP$2,337M
Commute14 min

Housing

A
Home ValueN/A
Rent$658
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$68,387
Rent Burden12.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.4%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Elevation2,251 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+97.6%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute14 min
Broadband72.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Bramwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bramwell receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bramwell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bramwell is $33,000, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 21.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $658 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bramwell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 34.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bramwell has a population of 129 with a density of 230 people per square mile. The median age is 72.4 years, 86% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.4%), with 18.6% Black.

Population

129
Total Population
230
People / sq mi
72.4yrs
Median Age
86% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bramwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bramwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bramwell is $33,000, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Bramwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,000
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,598
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$53,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.4%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,682
County GDP$2,337M

Business (County)

Restaurants114
Healthcare196
Retail202
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,279
35% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.1 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $658 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $68,387.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$68,387

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$658
43% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,279
35% below US avg
In Bramwell, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.4% report depression. 32.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma12.6%
COPD9.9%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity32.5%
Depression32.4%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death18,112/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access57.9%
Healthcare Facilities196

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Bramwell 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 is 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall34.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,251 ft (686 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density230/sq mi
Coordinates37.3295°N, 81.3077°W
County FIPS54055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.3-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+97.6%
School Test Score4.81
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density230/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities196
Restaurants114
Retail Stores202

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.1 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

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