Cassville, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Cassville is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 900. Residents earn $117,643 per year, which is 57% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
900 Population 254/sq mi density
$117,643 Median Income $59,104 per capita
$231,800 Home Value $239,001 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$117,643 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$231,800 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $117,643
57% higher than US avg
Home Value $231,800
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.2%
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population900
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density254/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A+
Median Income$117,643
Per Capita$59,104
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,411M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$239,001

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Elevation1,238 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 46%
Commute35 min
Libraries5

Is Cassville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cassville receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Cassville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cassville is $117,643, which is significantly higher than the national average — 57% above $75,149. This places Cassville among higher-income communities. 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 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cassville is $231,800, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cassville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 30.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Cassville has a population of 900 with a density of 254 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

900
Total Population
254
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cassville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cassville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cassville is $117,643, which is 57% above the national average of $75,149. 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 35 minutes.

Income: Cassville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$117,643
57% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,104
Avg Weekly Wage$1,266
IRS Avg AGI$85,827

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,162
County GDP$9,411M

Business (County)

Restaurants346
Healthcare290
Retail368
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,192
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Cassville is $231,800, 18% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $239,001.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,800
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$239,001
Median List Price$399,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,990
$/Sq Ft$150
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio99.4%
Price Drops45.5%
Inventory11

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-Occupied96.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,192
9% below US avg
Effective Rate1.38%
In Cassville, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death7,459/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access76.5%
Healthcare Facilities290

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Cassville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall30.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,238 ft (377 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density254/sq mi
Coordinates39.6815°N, 80.0655°W
County FIPS54061
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 40.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.9%
D 46.5%

Winner: Republican by 4.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.2%
19% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.81
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density254/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities290
Restaurants346
Retail Stores368

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Work from Home5.5%

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