Crooked Creek, WV

West Virginia

Crooked Creek is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 675. Residents earn $40,104 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
675 Population 1,184/sq mi density
$40,104 Median Income $18,903 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$40,104 median income, 6.2% unemployment
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,104
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.8%
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population675
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density1,184/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,104
Per Capita$18,903
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$2,101M
Commute21 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression38.5%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Elevation719 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.8%
High School+75.7%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute21 min
Broadband78.1%
Libraries3

Is Crooked Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crooked Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Crooked Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crooked Creek is $40,104, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Education

26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Crooked Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Crooked Creek has a population of 675 with a density of 1,184 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%).

Population

675
Total Population
1,184
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Crooked Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Crooked Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crooked Creek is $40,104, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Crooked Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,104
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,903
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$56,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,008
County GDP$2,101M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare86
Retail109
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone63.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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-Occupied89.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
In Crooked Creek, 45.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 38.5% report depression. 38.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Crooked Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.1%
40% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure40.9%
Asthma13.7%
COPD12.3%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity38.9%
Depression38.5%
Mental Distress26.9%
Physical Distress19.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death22,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access41.1%
Healthcare Facilities86

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Crooked Creek has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,184/sq mi
Coordinates37.8840°N, 81.9747°W
County FIPS54045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.7-point margin. 78.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 66.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.8%
20% below US avg
High School+75.7%
School Test Score4.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,184/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants54
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone63.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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