Bachelor's+ 47.5%

41% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.0%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population82

Median Age13.0 yrs

Density390/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans40.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$38,133

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$2,337M

Commute42 min

Health

Obesity39.0%

Uninsured8.2%

Smoking20.5%

Depression27.0%

Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Sunny Days318/yr

Elevation2,034 ft (620 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+47.5%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+28.1%

School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%

Commute42 min

Broadband21.0%

Libraries3

Is Covel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Covel receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Covel 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 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Covel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Covel has a population of 82 with a density of 390 people per square mile. The median age is 13.0 years, 67% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

390

People / sq mi

13.0yrs

Median Age

67% below US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%

Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Covel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Covel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Covel 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 42 minutes.

Income: Covel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$38,133
Avg Weekly Wage	$965
IRS Avg AGI	$53,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,682
County GDP	$2,337M

Business (County)

Restaurants	114
Healthcare	196
Retail	202
Manufacturing	46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,279
	35% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	41.5 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

In Covel, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 20.5% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.0%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	13.6%
Heart Disease	7.9%
High Blood Pressure	40.1%
Asthma	10.3%
COPD	9.3%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.5%
	46% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.8%
Physical Inactivity	30.6%
Depression	27.0%
Mental Distress	19.8%
Physical Distress	15.6%
Short Sleep	40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	8.2%
	5% below US avg
Checkup Rate	70.4%
Dental Visits	43.8%
Premature Death	18,112/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	57.9%
Healthcare Facilities	196

Covel has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	52.8°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	33°F (1°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,034 ft (620 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density	390/sq mi
Coordinates	37.4907°N, 81.3197°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	54055

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 47.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.3-point margin. 21.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%

D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	47.5%
	41% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	28.1%
School Test Score	4.81

A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	390/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	21.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	196
Restaurants	114
Retail Stores	202

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	41.5 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Covel, WV

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

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Is Covel a Good Place to Live?

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Race & Ethnicity

Covel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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Covel vs U.S. Average

Income: Covel vs U.S.

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Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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

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Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

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