Chapmanville, WV

West Virginia

Chapmanville is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 1,005. Residents earn $35,655 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
1,005 Population 1,523/sq mi density
$35,655 Median Income $25,535 per capita
$216,700 Home Value $147,278 Zillow
$566 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
238 Violent Crime/100K 4,120 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$35,655 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$216,700 home value, $566/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
238 violent crimes/100K (37% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,655
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $216,700
23% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 238/100K
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $566
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.5%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.3%
104% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,005
Median Age56.1 yrs
Density1,523/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C+
Median Income$35,655
Per Capita$25,535
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.3%
County GDP$968M
Commute28 min

Housing

B
Home Value$216,700
Rent$566
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$147,278

Crime

F
Violent238/100K
Property4,120/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault238/100K
Burglary317/100K

Health

Obesity47.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression37.7%
Heart Disease8.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Elevation620 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+84.3%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute28 min
EV Stations3
Libraries5

Is Chapmanville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chapmanville receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Chapmanville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chapmanville is $35,655, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chapmanville is $216,700, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $566 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Chapmanville is below the national average at 238 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,120 per 100,000, 110% above the national average.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Chapmanville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches, including 17.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Chapmanville has a population of 1,005 with a density of 1,523 people per square mile. The median age is 56.1 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

1,005
Total Population
1,523
People / sq mi
56.1yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Chapmanville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chapmanville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chapmanville is $35,655, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Chapmanville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,655
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,535
Avg Weekly Wage$1,169
IRS Avg AGI$49,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.3%
104% above US avg
Establishments (County)558
County GDP$968M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare39
Retail57
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,144
67% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Chapmanville is $216,700, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $566 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,278.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$216,700
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$147,278

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$566
51% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,144
67% below US avg
Effective Rate0.53%
In Chapmanville, 47.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 37.7% report depression. 39.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.5%
48% above US avg
Diabetes15.9%
Heart Disease8.4%
High Blood Pressure43.3%
Asthma13.3%
COPD12.7%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity39.8%
Depression37.7%
Mental Distress26.6%
Physical Distress20.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death22,437/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access36.8%
Healthcare Facilities39
Chapmanville has a violent crime rate of 238 per 100,000 residents, 37% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,120 per 100,000 (110% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent237.7/100K
37% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault237.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,120.4/100K
110% above US avg
Burglary317.0/100K
Theft3,565.8/100K
Vehicle Theft237.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Chapmanville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.1 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall17.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation620 ft (189 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,523/sq mi
Coordinates37.9709°N, 82.0204°W
County FIPS54059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.3%
D 12.5%

Winner: Republican by 73.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+84.3%
School Test Score4.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,523/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants27
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Work from Home12.5%

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