Dunbar, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Kanawha County County
Dunbar, WV
At a Glance
How Dunbar Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dunbar's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dunbar a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dunbar residents earn a median household income of $54,647 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,117. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,860 business establishments, including 428 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dunbar is $121,100 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $123,709. Median rent is $904/month, with 28.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1958.
Safety & Crime
Dunbar reports 325 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 14% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,093/100K.
Education
30.8% of adults in Dunbar hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below the national average). 93.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dunbar has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.