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Carolina, WV

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Carolina is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 188. Residents earn $19,188 per year, which is 74% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
188 Population 227/sq mi density
$19,188 Median Income $15,997 per capita
$80,500 Home Value $112,033 Zillow
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$19,188 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$80,500 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,188
74% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.5%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.8%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 62.1%
401% higher than US avg

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

People

Population188
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density227/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$19,188
Per Capita$15,997
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty62.1%
County GDP$3,048M
Commute19 min

Housing

A
Home Value$80,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$112,033
Housing Units97
Rent Burden27.3%

Health

Obesity45.8%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking21.9%
Depression31.6%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,189 ft (362 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 33%
Commute19 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries5

Is Carolina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carolina receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Carolina offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carolina is $19,188, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 62.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carolina is $80,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.5% 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

Carolina experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Carolina has a population of 188 with a density of 227 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%).

Population

188
Total Population
227
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Carolina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Carolina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carolina is $19,188, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 62.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Carolina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,188
74% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,997
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$62,684

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate62.1%
401% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,724
County GDP$3,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare151
Retail179
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,521
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Carolina is $80,500, 71% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,033.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,500
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$112,033

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.6%
Housing Units97
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,521
28% below US avg
Effective Rate3.13%
In Carolina, 45.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 21.9% are current smokers. 31.6% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.8%
43% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure40.9%
Asthma13.2%
COPD9.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity32.2%
Depression31.6%
Mental Distress24.3%
Physical Distress16.7%
Short Sleep45.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.7%
Dental Visits52.9%
Premature Death11,153/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access66.4%
Healthcare Facilities151
Carolina 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 47.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,189 ft (362 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density227/sq mi
Coordinates39.4794°N, 80.2723°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.2-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.5%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 31.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.5%
36% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.81
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density227/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities151
Restaurants113
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Enterprise, WV 1,084 pop · 4.2 mi Mannington, WV 1,679 pop · 5.0 mi Barrackville, WV 1,362 pop · 5.7 mi White Hall, WV 1,141 pop · 6.1 mi Shinnston, WV 2,198 pop · 6.2 mi Pleasant Valley, WV 3,494 pop · 6.5 mi Fairmont, WV 18,303 pop · 6.6 mi Bridgeport, WV 9,292 pop · 12.3 mi Despard, WV 1,038 pop · 13.5 mi Clarksburg, WV 15,829 pop · 15.2 mi Nutter Fort, WV 1,890 pop · 15.4 mi Stonewood, WV 2,273 pop · 15.9 mi Grafton, WV 4,671 pop · 16.7 mi Westover, WV 4,007 pop · 18.4 mi
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