Hansford, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Hansford is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 86. Residents earn $20,729 per year, which is 72% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
86 Population 1,075/sq mi density
$20,729 Median Income $29,147 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$20,729 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
62.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $20,729
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 62.8%
86% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population86
Median Age69.6 yrs
Density1,075/mi²
Male / Female9% / 91%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans86.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$20,729
Per Capita$29,147
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$14,448M
Commute24 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.4%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Elevation611 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+62.8%
High School+72.1%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute24 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries13

Is Hansford a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hansford is $20,729, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Education

Hansford is a highly educated community — 62.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 72.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hansford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hansford has a population of 86 with a density of 1,075 people per square mile. The median age is 69.6 years, 79% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.1%), with 27.9% Black.

Population

86
Total Population
1,075
People / sq mi
69.6yrs
Median Age
79% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 9.3%
Female 90.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hansford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hansford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hansford is $20,729, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Hansford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$20,729
72% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,147
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$70,301

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,860
County GDP$14,448M

Business (County)

Restaurants428
Healthcare645
Retail626
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,391
3% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied20.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,391
3% below US avg
In Hansford, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.4% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure43.7%
Asthma12.7%
COPD10.8%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity36.3%
Depression33.4%
Mental Distress25.9%
Physical Distress18.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.6%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death14,979/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access70.7%
Healthcare Facilities645

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Hansford has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation611 ft (186 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,075/sq mi
Coordinates38.2056°N, 81.3978°W
County FIPS54039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 62.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.4-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.6%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 17.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+62.8%
86% above US avg
High School+72.1%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,075/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities645
Restaurants428
Retail Stores626

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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