Davy, WV

West Virginia

Davy is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 282. Residents earn $31,389 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
282 Population 222/sq mi density
$31,389 Median Income $11,796 per capita
$25,800 Home Value $38,429 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$31,389 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$25,800 home value
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,389
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $25,800
91% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.7%
95% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.5%
54% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.2%
47% higher than US avg

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

People

Population282
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density222/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans2.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$31,389
Per Capita$11,796
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty18.2%
County GDP$728M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$25,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$38,429

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity49.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression36.3%
Heart Disease11.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Elevation1,620 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.7%
High School+75.1%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute33 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries4

Is Davy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Davy receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Davy has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Davy is $31,389, 58% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Davy is $25,800, 91% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Davy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Davy has a population of 282 with a density of 222 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

282
Total Population
222
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Davy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Davy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Davy is $31,389, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Davy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,389
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$11,796
Avg Weekly Wage$1,078
IRS Avg AGI$44,508

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.2%
47% above US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$728M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare33
Retail44

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Davy is $25,800, 91% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $38,429.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$25,800
91% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$38,429

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-Occupied89.0%

Property Tax

In Davy, 49.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 36.3% report depression. 48.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.5%
54% above US avg
Diabetes20.1%
Heart Disease11.0%
High Blood Pressure47.8%
Asthma14.3%
COPD18.3%
Stroke5.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.4%
Physical Inactivity48.2%
Depression36.3%
Mental Distress29.0%
Physical Distress24.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death24,029/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access27.7%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Davy 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,620 ft (494 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density222/sq mi
Coordinates37.4776°N, 81.6419°W
County FIPS54047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.4-point margin. 82.0% 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+1.7%
95% below US avg
High School+75.1%
School Test Score4.81
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density222/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants14
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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