Brenton, WV

West Virginia

Brenton is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 100.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
100 Population 159/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $20,274 per capita
N/A Home Value $61,805 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°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 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population100
Median Age28.1 yrs
Density159/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans71.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$20,274
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,087M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$61,805

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation1,688 ft

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute27 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries4

Is Brenton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brenton 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. Brenton 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%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

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

Brenton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches, including 20.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Brenton has a population of 100 with a density of 159 people per square mile. The median age is 28.1 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

100
Total Population
159
People / sq mi
28.1yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30%
Female 70%

Race & Ethnicity

Brenton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Brenton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brenton is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Brenton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$20,274
Avg Weekly Wage$1,077
IRS Avg AGI$53,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)444
County GDP$1,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare26
Retail61
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$633
82% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $61,805.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$61,805

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-Occupied42.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$633
82% below US avg
In Brenton, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.5% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death17,893/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access26.1%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Brenton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.9°F
0% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall20.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,688 ft (515 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density159/sq mi
Coordinates37.6013°N, 81.6363°W
County FIPS54109
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 73-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13%

Winner: Republican by 73 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 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density159/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants23
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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