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Brush Fork, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Mercer County County
Brush Fork, WV
At a Glance
How Brush Fork Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brush Fork's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brush Fork a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brush Fork residents earn a median household income of $51,364 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,816. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,682 business establishments, including 114 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brush Fork is $59,200 , 79% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $104,389. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Brush Fork reports 716 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,090/100K.
Education
20.2% of adults in Brush Fork hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 86.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brush Fork has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.