Century, WV

West Virginia

Century is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 107. Residents earn $36,136 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
107 Population 823/sq mi density
$36,136 Median Income $32,364 per capita
$105,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$36,136 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,500 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,136
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,500
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population107
Median Age68.3 yrs
Density823/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,136
Per Capita$32,364
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,048M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.9%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Elevation1,571 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+89.7%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 28%
Commute32 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries5

Is Century a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Century receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Century stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Century is $36,136, 52% below the national average of $75,149. 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 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Century is $105,500, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Century experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Century has a population of 107 with a density of 823 people per square mile. The median age is 68.3 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

107
Total Population
823
People / sq mi
68.3yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.8%
Female 68.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Century vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Century vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Century is $36,136, which is 52% below 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 32 minutes.

Income: Century vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,136
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,364
Avg Weekly Wage$1,236
IRS Avg AGI$71,392

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,482
County GDP$6,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants170
Healthcare228
Retail269
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,964
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Century is $105,500, 63% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,500
63% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,964
15% below US avg
Effective Rate2.81%
In Century, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.9% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma12.2%
COPD9.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression31.9%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death11,897/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access75.8%
Healthcare Facilities228

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Century has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,571 ft (479 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density823/sq mi
Coordinates39.1003°N, 80.1881°W
County FIPS54033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 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 41-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.4%
D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density823/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities228
Restaurants170
Retail Stores269

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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