Bruno, WV

West Virginia

Bruno is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 619.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
619 Population 476/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $32,757 per capita
$251,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $251,100
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population619
Median Age60.3 yrs
Density476/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$32,757
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,101M
Commute67 min

Housing

Home Value$251,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.1%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation1,282 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+91.3%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute67 min
Libraries3

Is Bruno a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bruno receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Bruno faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

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 67 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bruno is $251,100, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bruno experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bruno has a population of 619 with a density of 476 people per square mile. The median age is 60.3 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 8.2% Hispanic.

Population

619
Total Population
476
People / sq mi
60.3yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.7%
Female 64.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bruno vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bruno vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bruno 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 67 minutes.

Income: Bruno vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$32,757
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$56,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,008
County GDP$2,101M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare86
Retail109
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time67.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bruno is $251,100, 11% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$251,100
11% 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-Occupied91.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
Effective Rate0.69%
In Bruno, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.1% report depression. 32.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity32.3%
Depression34.1%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.0%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death22,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access41.1%
Healthcare Facilities86

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Bruno has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,282 ft (391 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density476/sq mi
Coordinates37.6909°N, 81.8790°W
County FIPS54045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 66.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density476/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants54
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute67.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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