Ellenboro, WV

West Virginia

Ellenboro is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 184. Residents earn $72,969 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
184 Population 163/sq mi density
$72,969 Median Income $29,178 per capita
$109,400 Home Value $75,309 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$72,969 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,400 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,969
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,400
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population184
Median Age53.3 yrs
Density163/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$72,969
Per Capita$29,178
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$716M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$75,309

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.3%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation909 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+90.8%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute23 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries2

Is Ellenboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ellenboro 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 high obesity rates. Ellenboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ellenboro is $72,969, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ellenboro is $109,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ellenboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Ellenboro has a population of 184 with a density of 163 people per square mile. The median age is 53.3 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

184
Total Population
163
People / sq mi
53.3yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.3%
Female 58.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ellenboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ellenboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ellenboro is $72,969, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Ellenboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,969
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,178
Avg Weekly Wage$999
IRS Avg AGI$64,491

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)263
County GDP$716M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare17
Retail30
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,514
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ellenboro is $109,400, 61% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $75,309.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,400
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$75,309

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-Occupied91.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,514
28% below US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In Ellenboro, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.3% report depression. 33.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity33.4%
Depression31.3%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death12,150/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access29.3%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Ellenboro has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density163/sq mi
Coordinates39.2700°N, 81.0557°W
County FIPS54085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.8%
D 12.8%

Winner: Republican by 73 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score4.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density163/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants13
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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