Cottageville, WV

West Virginia

Cottageville is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 257.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
257 Population 1,836/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $25,985 per capita
$9,999 Home Value $170,061 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
63.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 63.1%
87% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population257
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density1,836/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,985
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$1,066M
Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,061

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Elevation601 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+63.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute24 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries2

Is Cottageville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cottageville is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Cottageville is a highly educated community — 63.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Cottageville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Cottageville has a population of 257 with a density of 1,836 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

257
Total Population
1,836
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.3%
Female 60.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cottageville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cottageville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cottageville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Cottageville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,985
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$62,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)726
County GDP$1,066M

Business (County)

Restaurants47
Healthcare60
Retail83
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,365
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate23.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cottageville is $9,999, 96% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,061.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$170,061

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-Occupied75.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,365
32% below US avg
Effective Rate23.65%
In Cottageville, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.2% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure36.7%
Asthma12.2%
COPD7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression31.2%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death11,780/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access52.0%
Healthcare Facilities60

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Cottageville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.0 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall11.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation601 ft (183 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,836/sq mi
Coordinates38.8674°N, 81.8258°W
County FIPS54035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 63.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.2-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.3%
D 21.1%

Winner: Republican by 56.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+63.1%
87% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,836/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants47
Retail Stores83

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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