Crum, WV

West Virginia

Crum is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 143.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
143 Population 280/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $10,269 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.6%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.9%
286% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.0%
303% higher than US avg

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

People

Population143
Median Age61.2 yrs
Density280/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$10,269
Unemployment13.9%
Poverty50.0%
County GDP$290M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.6%
Heart Disease10.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Elevation774 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+73.1%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 91% / D 8%
CommuteN/A
Broadband44.0%
Libraries2

Is Crum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crum receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Crum offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 13.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Crum experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches, including 17.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Crum has a population of 143 with a density of 280 people per square mile. The median age is 61.2 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

143
Total Population
280
People / sq mi
61.2yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Crum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Crum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crum is N/A. The unemployment rate is 13.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Crum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$10,269
Avg Weekly Wage$1,004
IRS Avg AGI$46,464

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.9%
286% above US avg
Poverty Rate50.0%
303% above US avg
Establishments (County)222
County GDP$290M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare18
Retail36
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

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-Occupied50.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,400
31% below US avg
In Crum, 43.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.6% report depression. 43.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.6%
36% above US avg
Diabetes18.3%
Heart Disease10.0%
High Blood Pressure43.8%
Asthma13.5%
COPD15.7%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.4%
Physical Inactivity43.7%
Depression32.6%
Mental Distress26.4%
Physical Distress22.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death14,341/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access35.6%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Crum has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.1 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall17.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density280/sq mi
Coordinates37.9095°N, 82.4470°W
County FIPS21159
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 83.6-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.5%
D 7.9%

Winner: Republican by 83.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+73.1%
School Test Score4.81
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density280/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants15
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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