Davis, WV

West Virginia

Davis is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 796. Residents earn $46,488 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
796 Population 396/sq mi density
$46,488 Median Income $31,008 per capita
$122,300 Home Value $324,271 Zillow
$528 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$46,488 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,300 home value, $528/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,488
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,300
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $528
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population796
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density396/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,488
Per Capita$31,008
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$406M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,300
Rent$528
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$324,271

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain63.2 in/yr
Elevation3,112 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+92.5%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute23 min
EV Stations5
Libraries2

Is Davis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Davis receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Davis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Davis is $46,488, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Davis is $122,300, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $528 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Davis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 63.2 inches, including 170.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Davis has a population of 796 with a density of 396 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%).

Population

796
Total Population
396
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Davis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.9%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.1%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Davis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Davis is $46,488, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Davis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,488
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,008
Avg Weekly Wage$873
IRS Avg AGI$56,893

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)282
County GDP$406M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare10
Retail29
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,329
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Davis is $122,300, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $528 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $324,271.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,300
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$324,271

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$528
55% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,329
33% below US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Davis, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.1% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure37.4%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression32.1%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death9,840/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access98.7%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Davis has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 63.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.2 inches
66% above US avg
Snowfall170.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,112 ft (949 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density396/sq mi
Coordinates39.1268°N, 79.4625°W
County FIPS54093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.4%
D 24.5%

Winner: Republican by 48.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density396/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants33
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Work from Home7.2%

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