Clearview, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Clearview is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 505. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
505 Population 1,295/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $40,630 per capita
$214,700 Home Value $199,079 Zillow
$917 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$214,700 home value, $917/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $214,700
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.3%
8% higher than US avg
Median Rent $917
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population505
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density1,295/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$40,630
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$5,057M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,700
Rent$917
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,079

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation1,107 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.3%
High School+97.8%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is Clearview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clearview receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Clearview stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clearview is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clearview is $214,700, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Clearview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 15.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Clearview has a population of 505 with a density of 1,295 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

505
Total Population
1,295
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Clearview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clearview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clearview is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Clearview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,630
Avg Weekly Wage$1,074
IRS Avg AGI$75,258

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,794
County GDP$5,057M

Business (County)

Restaurants140
Healthcare229
Retail186
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,676
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Clearview is $214,700, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,079.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,700
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,079

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$917
21% 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-Occupied91.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,676
5% above US avg
Effective Rate1.71%
In Clearview, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.1% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression30.1%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death11,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access90.0%
Healthcare Facilities229

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Clearview has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall15.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,107 ft (337 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,295/sq mi
Coordinates40.1391°N, 80.6908°W
County FIPS54069
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 36.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 36%

Winner: Republican by 26 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.3%
8% above US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score4.81
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,295/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities229
Restaurants140
Retail Stores186

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home6.1%

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