Greenville, WV

West Virginia

Greenville is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 574.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
574 Population 4,100/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $33,555 per capita
$75,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $75,400
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population574
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density4,100/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$33,555
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,101M
Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$75,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression38.5%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation750 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+76.7%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute31 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries3

Is Greenville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenville receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Greenville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenville is $75,400, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Greenville has a population of 574 with a density of 4,100 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

574
Total Population
4,100
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.6%
Female 59.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Greenville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Greenville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,555
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$56,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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 Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone66.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenville is $75,400, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,400
73% 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-Occupied38.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In Greenville, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 38.5% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma13.7%
COPD9.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity33.7%
Depression38.5%
Mental Distress25.6%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate79.3%
Premature Death22,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access41.1%
Healthcare Facilities86

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Greenville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation750 ft (229 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density4,100/sq mi
Coordinates37.7218°N, 81.8733°W
County FIPS54045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.7-point margin. 72.0% 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+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+76.7%
School Test Score4.81
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density4,100/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants54
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone66.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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