Gatewood, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Gatewood is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 443. Residents earn $73,914 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
443 Population 288/sq mi density
$73,914 Median Income $28,735 per capita
$96,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,914 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,400 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,914
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,400
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population443
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density288/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,914
Per Capita$28,735
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,578M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression34.9%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation2,022 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+98.1%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Libraries8

Is Gatewood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gatewood receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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. Gatewood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gatewood is $73,914, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gatewood is $96,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Gatewood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Gatewood has a population of 443 with a density of 288 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

443
Total Population
288
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Gatewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Gatewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gatewood is $73,914, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Gatewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,914
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,735
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$50,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,186
County GDP$1,578M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare97
Retail114
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,905
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gatewood is $96,400, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,400
66% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,905
46% below US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
In Gatewood, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.9% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma13.3%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression34.9%
Mental Distress24.7%
Physical Distress17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death15,973/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access61.5%
Healthcare Facilities97

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Gatewood has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,022 ft (616 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density288/sq mi
Coordinates38.0046°N, 81.0650°W
County FIPS54019
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.9%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density288/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants81
Retail Stores114

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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