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Fayetteville, WV
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Fayetteville, WV
At a Glance
How Fayetteville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fayetteville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fayetteville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fayetteville residents earn a median household income of $59,659 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,306. The unemployment rate stands at 0.8% (78% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,186 business establishments, including 81 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fayetteville is $165,000 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $190,687. Median rent is $1,035/month, with 32.7% 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 1968.
Safety & Crime
Fayetteville reports 218 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 43% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,305/100K.
Education
26.8% of adults in Fayetteville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below the national average). 84.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fayetteville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.