Granville, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Granville is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 1,215. Residents earn $32,015 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
1,215 Population 935/sq mi density
$32,015 Median Income $22,195 per capita
$135,400 Home Value $125,393 Zillow
$789 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
598 Violent Crime/100K 5,742 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$32,015 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$135,400 home value, $789/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
598 violent crimes/100K (57% above avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,015
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,400
52% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 598/100K
57% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $789
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.1%
46% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,215
Median Age26.9 yrs
Density935/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

C
Median Income$32,015
Per Capita$22,195
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty18.1%
County GDP$1,012M
Commute16 min

Housing

A
Home Value$135,400
Rent$789
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$125,393

Crime

F
Violent598/100K
Property5,742/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault598/100K
Burglary359/100K

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.3%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Elevation1,239 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+87.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 20%
Commute16 min
Libraries2

Is Granville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Granville receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Granville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Granville is $32,015, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Granville is $135,400, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 598 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,742 per 100,000, 193% above the national average.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Granville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Granville has a population of 1,215 with a density of 935 people per square mile. The median age is 26.9 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.9%), with 2.5% Black.

Population

1,215
Total Population
935
People / sq mi
26.9yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Granville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Granville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Granville is $32,015, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Granville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,015
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,195
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$58,346

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.1%
46% above US avg
Establishments (County)884
County GDP$1,012M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare53
Retail78
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,185
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.9 min
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Granville is $135,400, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $125,393.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,400
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$125,393

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% 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-Occupied41.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,185
38% below US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Granville, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.3% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma12.7%
COPD9.7%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression31.3%
Mental Distress23.1%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death11,315/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities53
Granville has a violent crime rate of 598 per 100,000 residents, 57% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,742 per 100,000 (193% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent598.1/100K
57% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault598.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,741.6/100K
193% above US avg
Burglary358.9/100K
Theft5,223.3/100K
Vehicle Theft159.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Granville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,239 ft (378 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density935/sq mi
Coordinates39.6488°N, 79.9992°W
County FIPS54077
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 20.5%

Winner: Republican by 57 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+87.0%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density935/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants31
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.9 min
Work from Home9.8%

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