Dupont City, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Dupont City is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 455. Residents earn $39,286 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
455 Population 2,676/sq mi density
$39,286 Median Income $37,099 per capita
$133,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$39,286 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$133,600 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,286
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,600
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population455
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density2,676/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,286
Per Capita$37,099
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$14,448M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Elevation610 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+97.8%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute20 min
Libraries13

Is Dupont City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dupont City receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dupont City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dupont City is $39,286, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dupont City is $133,600, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Dupont City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches, including 31.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Dupont City has a population of 455 with a density of 2,676 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).

Population

455
Total Population
2,676
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.6%
Female 31.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dupont City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dupont City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dupont City is $39,286, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Dupont City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,286
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,099
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$70,301

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,860
County GDP$14,448M

Business (County)

Restaurants428
Healthcare645
Retail626
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,391
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dupont City is $133,600, 53% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,600
53% below US avg

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-Occupied54.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,391
3% below US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
In Dupont City, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.1% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dupont City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression32.1%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death14,979/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access70.7%
Healthcare Facilities645

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Dupont City 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 is 46.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.2 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall31.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation610 ft (186 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,676/sq mi
Coordinates38.2666°N, 81.5688°W
County FIPS54039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.6%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 17.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,676/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities645
Restaurants428
Retail Stores626

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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