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Grant Town, WV

West Virginia

Grant Town is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 405. Residents earn $53,393 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
405 Population 764/sq mi density
$53,393 Median Income $23,708 per capita
$90,300 Home Value $77,337 Zillow
$683 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$53,393 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,300 home value, $683/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,393
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,300
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.2%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

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

People

Population405
Median Age48.2 yrs
Density764/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,393
Per Capita$23,708
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty18.0%
County GDP$3,048M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,300
Rent$683
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$77,337
Housing Units185
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity45.2%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking22.4%
Depression32.9%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,088 ft (332 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 33%
Commute30 min
Broadband72.3%
Libraries5

Is Grant Town a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grant Town receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Grant Town offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grant Town is $53,393, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grant Town is $90,300, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Grant Town experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Grant Town has a population of 405 with a density of 764 people per square mile. The median age is 48.2 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.5%), with 4.9% Black.

Population

405
Total Population
764
People / sq mi
48.2yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Grant Town vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grant Town vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grant Town is $53,393, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Grant Town vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,393
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,708
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$62,684

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,724
County GDP$3,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare151
Retail179
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,521
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grant Town is $90,300, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $77,337.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,300
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$77,337

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.4%
Housing Units185
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,521
28% below US avg
Effective Rate2.79%
In Grant Town, 45.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 22.4% are current smokers. 32.9% report depression. 32.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Grant Town vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.2%
41% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure40.1%
Asthma13.0%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.4%
60% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity32.4%
Depression32.9%
Mental Distress24.7%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep43.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.6%
Dental Visits54.3%
Premature Death11,153/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access66.4%
Healthcare Facilities151
Grant Town has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,088 ft (332 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density764/sq mi
Coordinates39.5608°N, 80.1779°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.2-point margin. 72.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.5%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 31.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density764/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.3%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities151
Restaurants113
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Barrackville, WV 1,362 pop · 4.1 mi Fairmont, WV 18,303 pop · 6.0 mi Pleasant Valley, WV 3,494 pop · 7.5 mi Mannington, WV 1,679 pop · 8.9 mi White Hall, WV 1,141 pop · 9.6 mi Westover, WV 4,007 pop · 11.2 mi Enterprise, WV 1,084 pop · 11.3 mi Granville, WV 1,215 pop · 11.3 mi Star City, WV 1,894 pop · 12.2 mi Shinnston, WV 2,198 pop · 13.3 mi Morgantown, WV 30,273 pop · 13.4 mi Brookhaven, WV 6,465 pop · 16.0 mi Bobtown, PA 1,117 pop · 17.2 mi Grafton, WV 4,671 pop · 17.5 mi
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