East Bank, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

East Bank is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 776. Residents earn $70,917 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
776 Population 1,617/sq mi density
$70,917 Median Income $32,030 per capita
$87,600 Home Value $91,664 Zillow
$907 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$70,917 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,600 home value, $907/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,917
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,600
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $907
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population776
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density1,617/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,917
Per Capita$32,030
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$14,448M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,600
Rent$907
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$91,664

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression35.2%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Elevation720 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+88.2%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute38 min
Libraries13

Is East Bank a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Bank receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. East Bank offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Bank is $70,917, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Bank is $87,600, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $907 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

East Bank enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

East Bank has a population of 776 with a density of 1,617 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.4%).

Population

776
Total Population
1,617
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.6%
Female 59.4%

Race & Ethnicity

East Bank vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

East Bank vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Bank is $70,917, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: East Bank vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,917
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,030
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$70,301

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% 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 Rate3.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.7 min
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in East Bank is $87,600, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $907 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $91,664.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,600
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$91,664

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$907
22% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,391
3% below US avg
Effective Rate3.87%
In East Bank, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 35.2% report depression. 36.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Bank vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure42.0%
Asthma13.1%
COPD11.0%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity36.2%
Depression35.2%
Mental Distress26.4%
Physical Distress18.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death14,979/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

East Bank has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation720 ft (219 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,617/sq mi
Coordinates38.2153°N, 81.4441°W
County FIPS54039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% 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+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,617/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities645
Restaurants428
Retail Stores626

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.7 min
Work from Home3.1%

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