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Helvetia, WV

West Virginia

Helvetia is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 16.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
16 Population 9/sq mi density
50°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population16
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female100% / 0%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans16.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,053M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,992
Housing Units15
Rent Burden29.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation2,280 ft (695 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+100.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+100.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
CommuteN/A
Broadband16.0%
Libraries2

Is Helvetia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Helvetia receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Helvetia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

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%.

Education

Helvetia is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Helvetia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Helvetia has a population of 16 with a density of 9 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

16
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 100%
Female 0%

Race & Ethnicity

Helvetia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Helvetia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Helvetia is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Helvetia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$932
IRS Avg AGI$57,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)833
County GDP$1,053M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare76
Retail88
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,038
42% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,992.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$135,992

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units15

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,038
42% below US avg
Helvetia has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,280 ft (695 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates38.7058°N, 80.1993°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.8-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 56.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+100.0%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants50
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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