Charlton Heights, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Charlton Heights is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 428. Residents earn $94,286 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
428 Population 1,044/sq mi density
$94,286 Median Income $27,685 per capita
$98,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$94,286 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,200 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
49.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,286
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $98,200
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.2%
46% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population428
Median Age20.7 yrs
Density1,044/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,286
Per Capita$27,685
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,578M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression35.7%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation1,050 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.2%
High School+74.1%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries8

Is Charlton Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Charlton Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Charlton Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Charlton Heights is $94,286, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Charlton Heights is $98,200, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 74.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Charlton Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Charlton Heights has a population of 428 with a density of 1,044 people per square mile. The median age is 20.7 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

428
Total Population
1,044
People / sq mi
20.7yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.4%
Female 59.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Charlton Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Charlton Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Charlton Heights is $94,286, which is 25% 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 28 minutes.

Income: Charlton Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,286
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,685
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$50,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,186
County GDP$1,578M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare97
Retail114
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,905
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Charlton Heights is $98,200, 65% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,200
65% 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-Occupied92.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,905
46% below US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Charlton Heights, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 35.7% report depression. 33.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Charlton Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma13.8%
COPD10.1%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity33.9%
Depression35.7%
Mental Distress25.8%
Physical Distress17.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death15,973/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities97

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Charlton Heights has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,044/sq mi
Coordinates38.1265°N, 81.2352°W
County FIPS54019
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 49.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.9%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.2%
46% above US avg
High School+74.1%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,044/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants81
Retail Stores114

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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