Dorothy, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Dorothy is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 112.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
112 Population 320/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $7,221 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 32.7%
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.3%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.1%
347% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population112
Median Age59.3 yrs
Density320/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$7,221
Unemployment16.1%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$4,532M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity47.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression37.8%
Heart Disease10.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation1,008 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.7%
High School+67.3%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
CommuteN/A
Broadband27.0%
Libraries5

Is Dorothy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dorothy receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Dorothy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 16.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Dorothy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Dorothy has a population of 112 with a density of 320 people per square mile. The median age is 59.3 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

112
Total Population
320
People / sq mi
59.3yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.4%
Female 69.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dorothy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dorothy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dorothy is N/A. The unemployment rate is 16.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Dorothy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$7,221
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$63,527

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.1%
347% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,608
County GDP$4,532M

Business (County)

Restaurants129
Healthcare299
Retail302
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home75.8%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$41
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%

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-Occupied66.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,735
22% below US avg
In Dorothy, 47.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 37.8% report depression. 45.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.3%
47% above US avg
Diabetes17.9%
Heart Disease10.0%
High Blood Pressure44.8%
Asthma14.7%
COPD16.3%
Stroke5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.0%
Physical Inactivity45.4%
Depression37.8%
Mental Distress29.6%
Physical Distress24.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death16,996/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities299

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Dorothy has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,008 ft (307 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density320/sq mi
Coordinates37.9564°N, 81.4511°W
County FIPS54081
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.4%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.7%
3% below US avg
High School+67.3%
School Test Score4.81
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density320/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities299
Restaurants129
Retail Stores302

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home75.8%

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