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Grafton, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Taylor County County
Grafton, WV
At a Glance
How Grafton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grafton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grafton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grafton residents earn a median household income of $38,872 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,504. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 339 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Grafton is $72,700 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $140,135. Median rent is $429/month, with 27.1% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Grafton reports 19 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 95% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 154/100K. The murder rate is 19.3/100K.
Education
11.3% of adults in Grafton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 85.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Grafton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.