Greenview, WV

West Virginia

Greenview is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 223. Residents earn $56,742 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
223 Population 225/sq mi density
$56,742 Median Income $26,898 per capita
$43,300 Home Value
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$56,742 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$43,300 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,742
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $43,300
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.3%
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.8%
165% higher than US avg

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

People

Population223
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density225/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,742
Per Capita$26,898
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty32.8%
County GDP$2,101M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$43,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units94

Health

Obesity48.3%
Uninsured11.4%
Smoking26.1%
Depression34.0%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation749 ft (228 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+83.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute25 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries3

Is Greenview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenview receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Greenview stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenview is $56,742, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 32.8% 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 Greenview is $43,300, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenview enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Greenview has a population of 223 with a density of 225 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

223
Total Population
225
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.8%
Female 37.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenview is $56,742, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Greenview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,742
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,898
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$56,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.8%
165% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,008
County GDP$2,101M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare86
Retail109
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenview is $43,300, 85% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$43,300
85% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.2%
Housing Units94
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
Effective Rate4.00%
In Greenview, 48.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.4% of residents lack health insurance. 26.1% are current smokers. 34.0% report depression. 38.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.3%
50% above US avg
Diabetes14.8%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure42.7%
Asthma13.4%
COPD12.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.1%
86% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity38.3%
Depression34.0%
Mental Distress25.5%
Physical Distress19.3%
Short Sleep45.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Uninsured11.4%
33% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits49.4%
Premature Death22,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access41.1%
Healthcare Facilities86
Greenview has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.2 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation749 ft (228 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density225/sq mi
Coordinates37.9960°N, 81.8194°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.7-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 66.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+83.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.81
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density225/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants54
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.6%

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