Delbarton, WV

West Virginia

Delbarton is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 466. Residents earn $39,167 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
466 Population 234/sq mi density
$39,167 Median Income $21,163 per capita
$94,200 Home Value $81,326 Zillow
$633 Median Rent 21.8% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$39,167 median income, 7.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,200 home value, $633/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,167
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $94,200
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.9%
119% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population466
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density234/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C
Median Income$39,167
Per Capita$21,163
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$968M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,200
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$81,326
Rent Burden21.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression36.2%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation813 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+75.1%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute17 min
Libraries5

Is Delbarton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delbarton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Delbarton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delbarton is $39,167, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delbarton is $94,200, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.8% 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

Delbarton 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 48.3 inches, including 13.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Delbarton has a population of 466 with a density of 234 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

466
Total Population
234
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Delbarton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Delbarton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delbarton is $39,167, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Delbarton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,167
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,163
Avg Weekly Wage$1,169
IRS Avg AGI$49,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)558
County GDP$968M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare39
Retail57
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,144
67% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.6 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Delbarton is $94,200, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $81,326.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,200
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$81,326

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% below US avg
Rent Burden21.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,144
67% below US avg
Effective Rate1.21%
In Delbarton, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 36.2% report depression. 41.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure42.1%
Asthma13.5%
COPD12.9%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity41.0%
Depression36.2%
Mental Distress26.5%
Physical Distress20.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death22,437/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access36.8%
Healthcare Facilities39

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Delbarton 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 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall13.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation813 ft (248 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density234/sq mi
Coordinates37.7052°N, 82.1861°W
County FIPS54059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.3%
D 12.5%

Winner: Republican by 73.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+75.1%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density234/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants27
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.6 min
Work from Home4.3%

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