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Chelyan, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Chelyan is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 252. Residents earn $96,250 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
252 Population 586/sq mi density
$96,250 Median Income $46,406 per capita
$75,200 Home Value
$639 Median Rent 12.1% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,200 home value, $639/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,250
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $75,200
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.6%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $639
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population252
Median Age24.9 yrs
Density586/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,250
Per Capita$46,406
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$14,448M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,200
Rent$639
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units155
Rent Burden12.1%

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking23.6%
Depression33.0%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation610 ft (186 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+9.1%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries13

Is Chelyan a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chelyan is $96,250, 28% 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 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chelyan is $75,200, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $639 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Chelyan 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.

Chelyan has a population of 252 with a density of 586 people per square mile. The median age is 24.9 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

252
Total Population
586
People / sq mi
24.9yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.3%
Female 56.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Chelyan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Chelyan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chelyan is $96,250, which is 28% 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 22 minutes.

Income: Chelyan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,250
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,406
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$70,301

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate4.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chelyan is $75,200, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $639 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,200
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$639
45% below US avg
Rent Burden12.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.7%
Housing Units155
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,391
3% below US avg
Effective Rate4.51%
In Chelyan, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 23.6% are current smokers. 33.0% report depression. 34.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure40.6%
Asthma12.2%
COPD9.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.6%
69% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity34.0%
Depression33.0%
Mental Distress24.8%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits58.2%
Premature Death14,979/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access70.7%
Healthcare Facilities645
Chelyan 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

Elevation610 ft (186 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density586/sq mi
Coordinates38.1957°N, 81.4928°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 30.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.4-point margin. 99.0% 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+30.6%
9% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+9.1%
School Test Score4.81
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density586/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities645
Restaurants428
Retail Stores626

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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