Brandywine, WV

West Virginia

Brandywine is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 198.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
198 Population 404/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $18,628 per capita
$111,700 Home Value $202,779 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $111,700
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.9%
119% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.2%
200% higher than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density404/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans15.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,628
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty37.2%
County GDP$233M
Commute35 min

Housing

Home Value$111,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$202,779

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.5%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Elevation1,726 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+90.3%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute35 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries1

Is Brandywine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brandywine receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Brandywine stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 37.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brandywine is $111,700, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Brandywine 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 38.5 inches, including 26.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Brandywine has a population of 198 with a density of 404 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

198
Total Population
404
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.2%
Female 31.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Brandywine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Brandywine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brandywine is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 37.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Brandywine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,628
Avg Weekly Wage$778
IRS Avg AGI$50,592

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% above US avg
Poverty Rate37.2%
200% above US avg
Establishments (County)228
County GDP$233M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare16
Retail22
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,850
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.0 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Brandywine is $111,700, 60% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $202,779.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,700
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$202,779

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-Occupied70.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,850
47% below US avg
Effective Rate1.66%
In Brandywine, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.5% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma13.3%
COPD9.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity33.7%
Depression34.5%
Mental Distress25.0%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.0%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death10,533/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access86.8%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Brandywine has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall26.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,726 ft (526 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density404/sq mi
Coordinates38.6194°N, 79.2406°W
County FIPS54071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 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 58.6-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.5%
D 19.9%

Winner: Republican by 58.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density404/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants16
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.0 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Compare Brandywine with another city: