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Henlawson, WV

West Virginia

Henlawson is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 376. Residents earn $14,291 per year, which is 81% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
376 Population 470/sq mi density
$14,291 Median Income $8,877 per capita
$114,000 Home Value
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$14,291 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$114,000 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $14,291
81% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,000
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.0%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.0%
303% higher than US avg

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

People

Population376
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density470/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$14,291
Per Capita$8,877
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty50.0%
County GDP$2,101M

Housing

C
Home Value$114,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units132
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity42.3%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking21.9%
Depression34.9%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,030 ft (314 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
CommuteN/A
Broadband100.0%
Libraries3

Is Henlawson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Henlawson receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Henlawson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Henlawson is $14,291, 81% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Henlawson is $114,000, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Henlawson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Henlawson has a population of 376 with a density of 470 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.2%).

Population

376
Total Population
470
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Henlawson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.4%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.6%
136% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Henlawson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Henlawson is $14,291, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Henlawson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$14,291
81% below US avg
Per Capita Income$8,877
Avg Weekly Wage$1,090
IRS Avg AGI$56,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate50.0%
303% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,008
County GDP$2,101M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare86
Retail109
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.52%

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Henlawson is $114,000, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,000
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.2%

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 Units132
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,733
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.52%
In Henlawson, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 21.9% are current smokers. 34.9% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma12.2%
COPD9.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity33.7%
Depression34.9%
Mental Distress24.2%
Physical Distress17.0%
Short Sleep44.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.5%
Dental Visits46.0%
Premature Death22,020/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access41.1%
Healthcare Facilities86
Henlawson has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.2 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.5°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,030 ft (314 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density470/sq mi
Coordinates37.8997°N, 81.9811°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 66.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.0%
47% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density470/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants54
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

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