Grantsville, WV

West Virginia

Grantsville is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 554. Residents earn $28,750 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
554 Population 1,259/sq mi density
$28,750 Median Income $14,110 per capita
$75,800 Home Value $87,085 Zillow
$283 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$28,750 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,800 home value, $283/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,750
62% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,800
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $283
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.2%
119% higher than US avg

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

People

Population554
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,259/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

C
Median Income$28,750
Per Capita$14,110
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty27.2%
County GDP$149M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,800
Rent$283
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$87,085

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.8%
Heart Disease8.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Elevation687 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+68.9%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute25 min
Libraries1

Is Grantsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grantsville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Grantsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grantsville is $28,750, 62% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 27.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grantsville is $75,800, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $283 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Grantsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Grantsville has a population of 554 with a density of 1,259 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

554
Total Population
1,259
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Grantsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grantsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grantsville is $28,750, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Grantsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,750
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,110
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$49,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate27.2%
119% above US avg
Establishments (County)144
County GDP$149M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare7
Retail21
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grantsville is $75,800, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $283 (76% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $87,085.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,800
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$87,085

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$283
76% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.0%

Property Tax

In Grantsville, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.8% report depression. 37.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes15.3%
Heart Disease8.4%
High Blood Pressure41.4%
Asthma13.1%
COPD12.3%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity37.9%
Depression33.8%
Mental Distress25.7%
Physical Distress19.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death14,164/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access28.4%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Grantsville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation687 ft (209 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,259/sq mi
Coordinates38.9207°N, 81.0932°W
County FIPS54013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 64.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+68.9%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,259/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants5
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Work from Home0.0%

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