Chauncey, WV

West Virginia

Chauncey is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 251.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
251 Population 174/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $41,864 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population251
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,864
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,101M
Commute3 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression36.9%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Elevation1,588 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+70.5%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute3 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries3

Is Chauncey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chauncey receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Chauncey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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 3 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Chauncey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Chauncey has a population of 251 with a density of 174 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

251
Total Population
174
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Chauncey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Chauncey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chauncey is N/A. 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 3 minutes.

Income: Chauncey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,864
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$56,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,008
County GDP$2,101M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare86
Retail109
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time2.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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)$1,733
50% below US avg
In Chauncey, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 36.9% report depression. 34.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma13.2%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity34.0%
Depression36.9%
Mental Distress25.1%
Physical Distress17.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death22,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access41.1%
Healthcare Facilities86

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Chauncey has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,588 ft (484 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates37.7636°N, 81.9790°W
County FIPS54045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 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 66.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 66.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+70.5%
School Test Score4.81
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density174/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants54
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute2.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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