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Holden, WV

West Virginia

Holden is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 561. Residents earn $79,960 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
561 Population 150/sq mi density
$79,960 Median Income $116,111 per capita
$93,200 Home Value $81,248 Zillow
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,960 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,200 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,960
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $93,200
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.3%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population561
Median Age49.5 yrs
Density150/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans13.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,960
Per Capita$116,111
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$968M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$81,248
Housing Units272
Rent Burden22.4%

Health

Obesity46.3%
Uninsured12.6%
Smoking27.6%
Depression36.8%
Heart Disease8.5%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation936 ft (285 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+83.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute16 min
Broadband93.2%
Libraries5

Is Holden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holden receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Holden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holden is $79,960, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holden is $93,200, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Holden 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 48.3 inches, including 13.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Holden has a population of 561 with a density of 150 people per square mile. The median age is 49.5 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 2.5% Black.

Population

561
Total Population
150
People / sq mi
49.5yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Holden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Holden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holden is $79,960, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Holden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,960
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$116,111
Avg Weekly Wage$1,169
IRS Avg AGI$49,837

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)558
County GDP$968M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare39
Retail57
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,144
67% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Holden is $93,200, 67% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $81,248.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,200
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$81,248

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.4%

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 Units272
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,144
67% below US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In Holden, 46.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.6% of residents lack health insurance. 27.6% are current smokers. 36.8% report depression. 40.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.3%
44% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease8.5%
High Blood Pressure42.6%
Asthma13.3%
COPD12.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.6%
97% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity40.7%
Depression36.8%
Mental Distress26.7%
Physical Distress20.5%
Short Sleep46.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Uninsured12.6%
47% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits41.7%
Premature Death22,437/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access36.8%
Healthcare Facilities39
Holden 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 48.3 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 Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall13.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation936 ft (285 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.7 km²)
Population Density150/sq mi
Coordinates37.8194°N, 82.0812°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.8-point margin. 93.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.3%
D 12.5%

Winner: Republican by 73.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+83.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.81
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density150/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants27
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Nearby Cities

Mount Gay-Shamrock, WV 1,440 pop · 3.9 mi Logan, WV 1,736 pop · 5.6 mi Chapmanville, WV 1,005 pop · 11.0 mi Man, WV 1,234 pop · 12.1 mi Williamson, WV 2,979 pop · 14.4 mi Mallory, WV 1,453 pop · 15.7 mi Gilbert Creek, WV 1,119 pop · 20.2 mi Madison, WV 2,840 pop · 23.0 mi Oceana, WV 1,421 pop · 26.1 mi Hamlin, WV 1,173 pop · 31.7 mi Coal Run Village, KY 1,888 pop · 32.6 mi Pikeville, KY 7,560 pop · 34.1 mi Wayne, WV 1,433 pop · 34.5 mi Alum Creek, WV 1,472 pop · 35.0 mi
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