Cucumber, WV

West Virginia

Cucumber is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 62.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
62 Population 138/sq mi density
53°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population62
Median AgeN/A
Density138/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$728M
Commute32 min

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured12.7%
Smoking26.9%
Depression31.9%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,530 ft (466 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute32 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries4

Is Cucumber a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cucumber receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Cucumber 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 32 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Cucumber 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 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Cucumber has a population of 62 with a density of 138 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

62
Total Population
138
People / sq mi
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

Cucumber vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.0%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.0%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cucumber vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cucumber 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 32 minutes.

Income: Cucumber vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$44,508

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$728M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare33
Retail44

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Cucumber, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.7% of residents lack health insurance. 26.9% are current smokers. 31.9% report depression. 36.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma13.2%
COPD11.7%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.9%
92% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity36.8%
Depression31.9%
Mental Distress25.5%
Physical Distress18.5%
Short Sleep44.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured12.7%
48% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.3%
Dental Visits41.6%
Premature Death24,029/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access27.7%
Healthcare Facilities33
Cucumber has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 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 Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.6 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,530 ft (466 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density138/sq mi
Coordinates37.2786°N, 81.6241°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 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 60.4-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density138/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants14
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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