Idamay, WV

West Virginia

Idamay is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 635. Residents earn $97,311 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
635 Population 722/sq mi density
$97,311 Median Income $43,238 per capita
$114,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$97,311 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,400 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,311
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $114,400
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.4%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population635
Median Age63.5 yrs
Density722/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,311
Per Capita$43,238
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$3,048M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.4%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation1,367 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+98.4%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 33%
Commute15 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries5

Is Idamay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Idamay receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Idamay offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Idamay is $97,311, 29% 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 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Idamay is $114,400, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Idamay experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Idamay has a population of 635 with a density of 722 people per square mile. The median age is 63.5 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%).

Population

635
Total Population
722
People / sq mi
63.5yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Idamay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Idamay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Idamay is $97,311, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Idamay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,311
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,238
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$62,684

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,724
County GDP$3,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare151
Retail179
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,521
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Idamay is $114,400, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,400
59% below US avg

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)$2,521
28% below US avg
Effective Rate2.20%
In Idamay, 44.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.4% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.4%
38% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure39.5%
Asthma12.7%
COPD9.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity31.3%
Depression32.4%
Mental Distress24.1%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death11,153/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access66.4%
Healthcare Facilities151

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Idamay has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,367 ft (417 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density722/sq mi
Coordinates39.4925°N, 80.2547°W
County FIPS54049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.2-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.5%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 31.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+98.4%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density722/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities151
Restaurants113
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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