Grantsville, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Calhoun County County
Grantsville, WV
At a Glance
How Grantsville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grantsville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grantsville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grantsville residents earn a median household income of $28,750 , which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $14,110. The unemployment rate stands at 22.0% (511% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 27.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 144 business establishments, including 5 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Grantsville is $75,800 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $97,799. Median rent is $283/month, with 19.1% 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 1952.
Education
10.6% of adults in Grantsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 68.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 49.7 inches.