Median Income
$65,469
13% lower than US avg
Home Value
$195,800
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.1%
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.1%
75% lower than US avg
How Kanawha Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population130
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density148/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.3%
Economy
A
Median Income$65,469
Per Capita$42,926
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$4,743M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$195,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression33.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Elevation621 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.1%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.11
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries5
Is Kanawha a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Kanawha receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kanawha stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Kanawha is $65,469, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Kanawha is $195,800, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Kanawha experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Kanawha has a population of 130 with a density of 148 people per square mile. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Kanawha is $65,469, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,469 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $42,926 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,051 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,020 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.1% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,634 |
| County GDP | $4,743M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 209 |
| Healthcare | 293 |
| Retail | 336 |
| Manufacturing | 52 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,814 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.44% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Kanawha is $195,800, 31% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $195,800 |
| 31% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $829 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,036 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,325 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,372 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,814 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.44% |
In Kanawha, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.1% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Kanawha vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.3% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.9% |
| Depression | 33.1% |
| Mental Distress | 23.2% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.9% |
| Premature Death | 11,836/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 293 |
Crime Rates: Kanawha vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Kanawha has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.5 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 77.8% |
| Unhealthy Days | 0 |
Geography
| Elevation | 621 ft (189 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 148/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.2041°N, 81.4578°W |
| County FIPS | 54107 |