Brandonville, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Brandonville is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 122. Residents earn $87,083 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
122 Population 313/sq mi density
$87,083 Median Income $37,808 per capita
$183,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$87,083 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$183,300 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,083
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $183,300
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.6%
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population122
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density313/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans91.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$87,083
Per Capita$37,808
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$1,012M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$183,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain55.7 in/yr
Elevation1,768 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.6%
High School+93.3%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 20%
Commute29 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries2

Is Brandonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brandonville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Brandonville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brandonville is $87,083, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brandonville is $183,300, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Brandonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches, including 88.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Brandonville has a population of 122 with a density of 313 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

122
Total Population
313
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Brandonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brandonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brandonville is $87,083, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Brandonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,083
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,808
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$58,346

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)884
County GDP$1,012M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare53
Retail78
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,185
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Brandonville is $183,300, 35% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,300
35% below US avg

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-Occupied93.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,185
38% below US avg
Effective Rate1.19%
In Brandonville, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.4% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression32.4%
Mental Distress22.6%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death11,315/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Brandonville has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.7 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall88.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,768 ft (539 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density313/sq mi
Coordinates39.6671°N, 79.6277°W
County FIPS54077
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 20.5%

Winner: Republican by 57 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.6%
3% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score4.81
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density313/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants31
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

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