Colcord, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Colcord is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 103.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
103 Population 858/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $26,636 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.2%
322% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population103
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density858/mi²
Male / Female27% / 73%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,636
Unemployment15.2%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$4,532M
Commute35 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.7%
Heart Disease10.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation1,063 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+50.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute35 min
Broadband24.0%
Libraries5

Is Colcord a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colcord receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Colcord has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Colcord experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Colcord has a population of 103 with a density of 858 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

103
Total Population
858
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 27.2%
Female 72.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Colcord vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Colcord vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colcord is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Colcord vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,636
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$63,527

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.2%
322% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,608
County GDP$4,532M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare299
Retail302
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.7 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.5%

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-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg
In Colcord, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.7% report depression. 40.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes17.0%
Heart Disease10.0%
High Blood Pressure40.9%
Asthma12.4%
COPD15.0%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity40.7%
Depression31.7%
Mental Distress25.4%
Physical Distress21.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate69.4%
Premature Death16,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities299

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Colcord has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,063 ft (324 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density858/sq mi
Coordinates37.9451°N, 81.4374°W
County FIPS54081
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.4%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+50.0%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density858/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities299
Restaurants129
Retail Stores302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.7 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home23.5%

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