Home Value $53,300

81% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 23.8%

29% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.0%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 45.7%

269% higher than US avg

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

People

Population193

Median Age18.6 yrs

Density508/mi²

Male / Female69% / 31%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans63.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$14,932

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty45.7%

County GDP$1,145M

Commute45 min

Housing

Home Value$53,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units38

Health

Obesity39.0%

Uninsured10.1%

Smoking22.3%

Depression30.4%

Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain43.8 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation2,734 ft (833 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+23.8%

High School+77.5%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%

Commute45 min

Broadband40.0%

Libraries6

Is Frank a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frank receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Frank has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 45.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frank is $53,300, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Frank experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 67.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Frank has a population of 193 with a density of 508 people per square mile. The median age is 18.6 years, 52% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

193

Total Population

508

People / sq mi

18.6yrs

Median Age

52% below US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.4%

Female 30.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Frank vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Frank vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frank is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 45.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Frank vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$14,932
Avg Weekly Wage	$879
IRS Avg AGI	$57,959

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	45.7%
	269% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,002
County GDP	$1,145M

Business (County)

Restaurants	57
Healthcare	97
Retail	109
Manufacturing	25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,822
	48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	44.7 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Frank is $53,300, 81% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$53,300
	81% below US avg

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-Occupied	75.0%
Housing Units	38
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,822
	48% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.42%

In Frank, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 22.3% are current smokers. 30.4% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.0%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	12.7%
Heart Disease	7.3%
High Blood Pressure	38.6%
Asthma	11.5%
COPD	9.4%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	22.3%
	59% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.3%
Physical Inactivity	32.1%
Depression	30.4%
Mental Distress	22.8%
Physical Distress	16.5%
Short Sleep	40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	10.1%
	17% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.3%
Dental Visits	53.6%
Premature Death	10,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.1/10
Exercise Access	67.9%
Healthcare Facilities	97

Frank has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	47.4°F
	12% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	43.8 inches
	15% above US avg
Snowfall	67.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,734 ft (833 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density	508/sq mi
Coordinates	38.5462°N, 79.8080°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	54083

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.1-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%

D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 46.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	23.8%
	29% below US avg
High School+	77.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.81

C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	508/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	40.0%
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	97
Restaurants	57
Retail Stores	109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	44.7 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frank, WV

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Frank a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Frank vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Frank vs U.S. Average

Income: Frank vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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