Hinkleville, WV

West Virginia

Hinkleville is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 317. Residents earn $51,716 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
317 Population 480/sq mi density
$51,716 Median Income $22,436 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$51,716 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,716
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population317
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density480/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,716
Per Capita$22,436
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$1,053M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.3%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain49.2 in/yr
Elevation1,617 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+86.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute28 min
Broadband92.9%
Libraries2

Is Hinkleville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hinkleville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hinkleville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hinkleville is $51,716, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Hinkleville 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 49.2 inches, including 39.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Hinkleville has a population of 317 with a density of 480 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%).

Population

317
Total Population
480
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.2%
Female 56.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hinkleville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hinkleville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hinkleville is $51,716, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Hinkleville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,716
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,436
Avg Weekly Wage$932
IRS Avg AGI$57,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above 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

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,038
42% below US avg
In Hinkleville, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.3% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma12.6%
COPD9.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression32.3%
Mental Distress23.9%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death10,984/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access61.6%
Healthcare Facilities76

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Hinkleville 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 49.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.2 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall39.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,617 ft (493 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density480/sq mi
Coordinates38.9239°N, 80.2635°W
County FIPS54097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.8-point margin. 92.9% 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+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+86.0%
School Test Score4.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density480/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants50
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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