Median Income $45,938

39% lower than US avg

Home Value $96,000

66% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 1.3%

96% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.4%

20% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.1%

83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population204

Median Age55.5 yrs

Density927/mi²

Male / Female40% / 60%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans9.4%

Economy

B+

Median Income$45,938

Per Capita$25,748

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty2.1%

County GDP$406M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$96,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units102

Health

Obesity38.4%

Uninsured8.4%

Smoking18.2%

Depression32.0%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain55.0 in/yr

Sunny Days290/yr

Elevation1,725 ft (526 m)

Education

Bachelor's+1.3%

High School+89.4%

Graduate+0.6%

School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%

Commute22 min

Broadband91.0%

Libraries2

Is Hambleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hambleton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hambleton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hambleton is $45,938, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hambleton is $96,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hambleton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches, including 55.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hambleton has a population of 204 with a density of 927 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

204

Total Population

927

People / sq mi

55.5yrs

Median Age

43% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.2%

Female 59.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hambleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hambleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hambleton is $45,938, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Hambleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$45,938
	39% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,748
Avg Weekly Wage	$873
IRS Avg AGI	$56,893

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.1%
	83% below US avg
Establishments (County)	282
County GDP	$406M

Business (County)

Restaurants	33
Healthcare	10
Retail	29
Manufacturing	13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,329
	33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.8 min
Drive Alone	86.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hambleton is $96,000, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$96,000
	66% 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-Occupied	92.3%
Housing Units	102
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,329
	33% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.43%

In Hambleton, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 32.0% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.4%
	20% above US avg
Diabetes	11.6%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	37.3%
Asthma	12.1%
COPD	8.0%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.2%
	30% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.6%
Physical Inactivity	29.0%
Depression	32.0%
Mental Distress	21.9%
Physical Distress	15.0%
Short Sleep	38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	8.4%
	2% below US avg
Checkup Rate	78.2%
Dental Visits	60.9%
Premature Death	9,840/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	98.7%
Healthcare Facilities	10

Hambleton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.0 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	52.5°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	31°F (-1°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	55.0 inches
	45% above US avg
Snowfall	55.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,725 ft (526 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	927/sq mi
Coordinates	39.0810°N, 79.6456°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	54093

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.9-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.4%

D 24.5%

Winner: Republican by 48.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	1.3%
	96% below US avg
High School+	89.4%
Graduate Degree+	0.6%
School Test Score	4.81

F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	927/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	91.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	10
Restaurants	33
Retail Stores	29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.8 min
Drive Alone	86.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.6%

Hambleton, WV

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Hambleton a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Hambleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Hambleton vs U.S. Average

Income: Hambleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities