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Cedar Grove, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Cedar Grove is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 468. Residents earn $57,750 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
468 Population 650/sq mi density
$57,750 Median Income $30,681 per capita
$72,500 Home Value $70,334 Zillow
$638 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$57,750 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,500 home value, $638/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,750
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,500
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $638
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population468
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density650/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans10.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,750
Per Capita$30,681
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$14,448M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,500
Rent$638
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$70,334
Housing Units239
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity41.0%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking24.3%
Depression33.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation630 ft (192 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+83.1%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute35 min
Broadband72.5%
Libraries13

Is Cedar Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cedar Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cedar Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cedar Grove is $57,750, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cedar Grove is $72,500, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Cedar Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Cedar Grove has a population of 468 with a density of 650 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).

Population

468
Total Population
650
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cedar Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cedar Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cedar Grove is $57,750, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Cedar Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,750
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,681
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$70,301

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,860
County GDP$14,448M

Business (County)

Restaurants428
Healthcare645
Retail626
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,391
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cedar Grove is $72,500, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $638 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $70,334.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,500
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$70,334

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$638
45% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.4%
Housing Units239
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,391
3% below US avg
Effective Rate4.68%
In Cedar Grove, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 24.3% are current smokers. 33.9% report depression. 34.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cedar Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure40.3%
Asthma12.7%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.3%
74% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity34.7%
Depression33.9%
Mental Distress25.7%
Physical Distress17.3%
Short Sleep41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits54.7%
Premature Death14,979/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access70.7%
Healthcare Facilities645
Cedar Grove has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation630 ft (192 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density650/sq mi
Coordinates38.2224°N, 81.4379°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.4-point margin. 72.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.6%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 17.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+83.1%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density650/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.5%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities645
Restaurants428
Retail Stores626

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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