West Virginia
Harman is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 116. Residents earn $30,625 per year, which is 59% below the national average.
Based on current data, Harman receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Harman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Harman is $30,625, 59% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Harman is $93,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $618 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Harman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches, including 102.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $30,625 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,981 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $778 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,592 |
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.3% |
| 88% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 228 |
| County GDP | $233M |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,850 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.98% |
| Commute Time | 37.6 min |
| Work from Home | 29.5% |
| Census Median | $93,300 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $145,857 |
| Census Median Rent | $618 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 28.8% |
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,850 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.98% |
| Obesity | 44.6% |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.7% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 32.8% |
| Mental Distress | 22.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 10,533/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Annual Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.3 inches |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 102.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2,363 ft (720 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 363/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9211°N, 79.5246°W |
| County FIPS | 54071 |
Winner: Republican by 58.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.1% |
| 82% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.81 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 363/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 54.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Retail Stores | 22 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 37.6 min |
| Work from Home | 29.5% |