Flemington, WV

West Virginia

Flemington is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 265. Residents earn $56,607 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
265 Population 855/sq mi density
$56,607 Median Income $22,691 per capita
$76,000 Home Value
$933 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$56,607 median income, 12.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,000 home value, $933/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,607
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.6%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.7%
253% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population265
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density855/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,607
Per Capita$22,691
Unemployment12.7%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$854M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,000
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units112
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity43.2%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking24.1%
Depression33.4%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,018 ft (310 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.6%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+9.7%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute29 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries1

Is Flemington a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flemington is $56,607, 25% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Flemington is $76,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Flemington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Flemington has a population of 265 with a density of 855 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

265
Total Population
855
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Flemington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Flemington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flemington is $56,607, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Flemington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,607
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,691
Avg Weekly Wage$1,123
IRS Avg AGI$65,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.7%
253% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)339
County GDP$854M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare33
Retail34
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,095
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Flemington is $76,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%
Housing Units112
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,095
40% below US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In Flemington, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 24.1% are current smokers. 33.4% report depression. 36.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure39.9%
Asthma13.0%
COPD11.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.1%
72% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity36.2%
Depression33.4%
Mental Distress24.7%
Physical Distress18.3%
Short Sleep44.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.2%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits46.9%
Premature Death10,943/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access50.0%
Healthcare Facilities33
Flemington has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,018 ft (310 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density855/sq mi
Coordinates39.2666°N, 80.1285°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.3-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.6%
D 23.3%

Winner: Republican by 51.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.6%
30% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+9.7%
School Test Score4.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density855/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants19
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

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