Glen Dale, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Marshall County County
Glen Dale, WV
At a Glance
How Glen Dale Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Glen Dale's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Glen Dale a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Glen Dale residents earn a median household income of $87,955 , which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,521. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 682 business establishments, including 51 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Glen Dale is $200,500 , 29% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $198,135. Median rent is $907/month, with 24.8% 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 1951.
Safety & Crime
Glen Dale reports 71 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 81% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 783/100K.
Education
39.6% of adults in Glen Dale hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above the national average). 96.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Glen Dale has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.