Farmington, WV

West Virginia

Farmington is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 431. Residents earn $76,094 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
431 Population 1,026/sq mi density
$76,094 Median Income $28,859 per capita
$68,500 Home Value $98,833 Zillow
$667 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$76,094 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,500 home value, $667/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,094
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $68,500
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $667
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population431
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density1,026/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,094
Per Capita$28,859
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$3,048M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,500
Rent$667
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$98,833

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.6%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Elevation939 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+89.5%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 33%
Commute33 min
Libraries5

Is Farmington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farmington receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Farmington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farmington is $76,094, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farmington is $68,500, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $667 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Farmington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Farmington has a population of 431 with a density of 1,026 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 2.8% Black.

Population

431
Total Population
1,026
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Farmington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Farmington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farmington is $76,094, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Farmington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,094
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,859
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$62,684

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,724
County GDP$3,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare151
Retail179
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,521
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Farmington is $68,500, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $667 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $98,833.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,500
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$98,833

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$667
43% 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-Occupied81.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,521
28% below US avg
Effective Rate3.68%
In Farmington, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.6% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure38.1%
Asthma12.8%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression32.6%
Mental Distress24.3%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death11,153/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access66.4%
Healthcare Facilities151

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Farmington has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation939 ft (286 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,026/sq mi
Coordinates39.5122°N, 80.2504°W
County FIPS54049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.5%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 31.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,026/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities151
Restaurants113
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Work from Home1.0%

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