Hendricks, WV

West Virginia

Hendricks is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 391. Residents earn $50,938 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
391 Population 1,261/sq mi density
$50,938 Median Income $25,136 per capita
$126,900 Home Value
$675 Median Rent 18.6% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$50,938 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$126,900 home value, $675/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,938
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,900
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population391
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density1,261/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans19.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,938
Per Capita$25,136
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$406M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,900
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden18.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Elevation1,792 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+82.4%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 24%
Commute23 min
Broadband75.8%
Libraries2

Is Hendricks a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hendricks receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hendricks offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hendricks is $50,938, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hendricks is $126,900, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hendricks experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches, including 55.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hendricks has a population of 391 with a density of 1,261 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%).

Population

391
Total Population
1,261
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hendricks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hendricks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hendricks is $50,938, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Hendricks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,938
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,136
Avg Weekly Wage$873
IRS Avg AGI$56,893

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)282
County GDP$406M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare10
Retail29
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,329
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hendricks is $126,900, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,900
55% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden18.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,329
33% below US avg
Effective Rate1.84%
In Hendricks, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.5% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma13.0%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression33.5%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death9,840/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access98.7%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Hendricks 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.0 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall55.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,792 ft (546 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,261/sq mi
Coordinates39.0761°N, 79.6291°W
County FIPS54093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.9-point margin. 75.8% 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+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+82.4%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,261/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants33
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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