Median Income $95,457

27% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 36.4%

8% higher than US avg

Median Rent $905

22% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 42.0%

31% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population281

Median Age24.6 yrs

Density305/mi²

Male / Female61% / 39%

Largest GroupWhite 72%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$95,457

Per Capita$26,192

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$6,048M

Commute17 min

Housing

A+

Home ValueN/A

Rent$905

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units99

Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity42.0%

Uninsured9.7%

Smoking21.6%

Depression33.1%

Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI39 (Good)

Rain48.2 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation1,124 ft (343 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.4%

High School+84.3%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 28%

Commute17 min

Broadband83.0%

Libraries5

Is Hepzibah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hepzibah receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Hepzibah stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hepzibah is $95,457, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $905 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hepzibah experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 23.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hepzibah has a population of 281 with a density of 305 people per square mile. The median age is 24.6 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.5%).

Population

281

Total Population

305

People / sq mi

24.6yrs

Median Age

37% below US avg

0.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.2%

Female 38.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hepzibah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hepzibah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hepzibah is $95,457, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Hepzibah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$95,457
	27% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,192
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,236
IRS Avg AGI	$71,392

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,482
County GDP	$6,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants	170
Healthcare	228
Retail	269
Manufacturing	44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,964
	15% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $905 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$905
	22% below US avg
Rent Burden	29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	50.6%
Housing Units	99
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,964
	15% below US avg

In Hepzibah, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 21.6% are current smokers. 33.1% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	42.0%
	31% above US avg
Diabetes	13.9%
Heart Disease	7.2%
High Blood Pressure	38.5%
Asthma	13.5%
COPD	10.1%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.6%
	54% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.2%
Physical Inactivity	31.6%
Depression	33.1%
Mental Distress	23.7%
Physical Distress	16.9%
Short Sleep	39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.6%
Uninsured	9.7%
	13% above US avg
Checkup Rate	79.4%
Dental Visits	58.4%
Premature Death	11,897/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.3/10
Exercise Access	75.8%
Healthcare Facilities	228

Hepzibah has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	52.8°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	31°F (-1°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	48.2 inches
	27% above US avg
Snowfall	23.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,124 ft (343 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density	305/sq mi
Coordinates	39.3309°N, 80.3340°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	54033

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 36.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.4%

D 28.5%

Winner: Republican by 41 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	36.4%
	8% above US avg
High School+	84.3%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.81

B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density	305/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	83.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	228
Restaurants	170
Retail Stores	269

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Hepzibah, WV

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Hepzibah a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Hepzibah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Hepzibah vs U.S. Average

Income: Hepzibah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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