Home Value $52,300

81% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.8%

36% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 27.0%

118% higher than US avg

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

People

Population263

Median Age53.5 yrs

Density84/mi²

Male / Female82% / 18%

Largest GroupWhite 96%

Veterans96.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$39,691

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty27.0%

County GDP$1,087M

Commute40 min

Housing

Home Value$52,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units80

Health

Obesity43.8%

Uninsured8.9%

Smoking22.4%

Depression35.1%

Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain48.6 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation2,112 ft (644 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+86.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%

Commute40 min

Broadband80.0%

Libraries4

Is Bud a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bud receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Bud 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%. The poverty rate of 27.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bud is $52,300, 81% 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%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bud experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Bud has a population of 263 with a density of 84 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 3.8% Hispanic.

Population

263

Total Population

People / sq mi

53.5yrs

Median Age

38% above US avg

3.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 82.1%

Female 17.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bud vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bud vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bud is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Bud vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$39,691
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,077
IRS Avg AGI	$53,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	27.0%
	118% above US avg
Establishments (County)	444
County GDP	$1,087M

Business (County)

Restaurants	23
Healthcare	26
Retail	61
Manufacturing	8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$633
	82% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	39.5 min
Drive Alone	71.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	28.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bud is $52,300, 81% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$52,300
	81% 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-Occupied	41.8%
Housing Units	80
Median Year Built	1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$633
	82% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.21%

In Bud, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 22.4% are current smokers. 35.1% report depression. 35.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.8%
	36% above US avg
Diabetes	13.7%
Heart Disease	7.0%
High Blood Pressure	40.6%
Asthma	13.7%
COPD	10.1%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	22.4%
	60% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.7%
Physical Inactivity	35.1%
Depression	35.1%
Mental Distress	25.0%
Physical Distress	17.8%
Short Sleep	45.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	74.0%
Uninsured	8.9%
	3% above US avg
Checkup Rate	78.9%
Dental Visits	45.8%
Premature Death	17,893/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.1/10
Exercise Access	26.1%
Healthcare Facilities	26

Bud 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 48.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	53.6°F
	1% below US avg
January Average	33°F (0°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	48.6 inches
	28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,112 ft (644 m)
Area	3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density	84/sq mi
Coordinates	37.5248°N, 81.3805°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	54109

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. 80.0% 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+	86.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.81

A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	84/sq mi
Total Area	3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	80.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	26
Restaurants	23
Retail Stores	61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	39.5 min
Drive Alone	71.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	28.1%

Bud, WV

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Bud a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Bud vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Bud vs U.S. Average

Income: Bud vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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